Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Nikka
★ 4.70
£899
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £899 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | 5.00/5 |
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.70).
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is better value at £899 vs £1000.
For beginners: Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£899 vs £999.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £899)
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Nikka Taketsuru 21 Year Old (with Wooden Box)
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)