Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£1200
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Port Ellen |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46.6% | 40% |
| Age | 32 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / 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
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)
Port Ellen 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / Provenance Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
- +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 1983 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #2397 / 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