Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 5.00
£699
Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask
Port Ellen
£995
| Miyagikyo 15 Year Old | Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miyagikyo | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £699 | £995 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £995.
For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £995)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£995 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 16 Year Old 1980 (cask 89/589/47) - First Cask