Miyagikyo 15 Year Old vs Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 5.00
£699
Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£1000
| Miyagikyo 15 Year Old | Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miyagikyo | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 45% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £699 | £1000 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £1000.
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 £1000)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1000 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory 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
Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 1983 / 14 Year Old / Cask #28 / Signatory Islay Whisky