Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£600
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£399
| Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 27 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is better value at £399 vs £600.
For beginners: The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 18 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £399)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £599.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old Triple Cask (2019 Release)