Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon
Springbank
£924
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 47.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £924.16 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon is better value at £924 vs £1000.
For beginners: Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£924.16 vs £999.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £924.16)
Who should buy Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y 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
Only Hazelburn 16 Year Old Christmas 2018 - Fresh Bourbon
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)