Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£406
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Port Ellen |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 54.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £399 | £405.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £406.
For beginners: Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £405.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£405.9 vs £399)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Only Port Ellen 30 Year Old 1982 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)