Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£900
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.2% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £900 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £900.
For beginners: Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£900 vs £599.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599.95 vs £900)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 12 Year Old / Douglas Murdoch Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (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 Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
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Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)