Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Port Ellen
£416
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Tomatin |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £416.14 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) is better value at £416 vs £494.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£416.14 vs £494.02)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 25 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£494.02 vs £416.14)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) 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.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1