Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky
Port Ellen
£1200
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.3% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is better value at £1200 vs £1499.
For beginners: Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1499)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1200)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask 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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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 Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)