Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory
Port Ellen
£1200
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Port Ellen |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 57.4% |
| Age | 32 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −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 23 Year Old 1978 (cask 5339) - Signatory 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
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