Hakushu 25 Year Old vs Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Hakushu
★ 4.33
£4450
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£4000
| Hakushu 25 Year Old | Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £4450 | £3999.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is better value at £4000 vs £4450.
For beginners: Hakushu 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£4450 vs £3999.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£3999.95 vs £4450)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hakushu 25 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 (Release No.11535) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)