Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky
DistilleryLaphroaigPort Ellen
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.6%40%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£1500
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

Smoke65/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky is better value at £1500 vs £1500.

For beginners: Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 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 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeySherriedDried Fruit

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

LeatheryOld Wood

Only Port Ellen 1982 / 18 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Provenance Islay Whisky

KipperyCooked Fruit

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