Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
£861
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Port Ellen |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 47.5% |
| Age | 54 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £860.52 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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).
Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £861 vs £1000.
For beginners: Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£860.52 vs £999.95)
- +Longer maturation (54 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £860.52)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 54 Year Old 1966 (cask 13718) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)