Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Port Ellen
£280
| Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £350 | £280.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) is better value at £280 vs £350.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £280.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£280.15 vs £350)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010) 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
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Port Ellen 31 Year Old 1978 - 10th Release (Special Release 2010)