Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Glenturret
£1650
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Glenturret |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 41.6% |
| Age | 33 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £1650 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1000 vs £1650.
For beginners: The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£999.95 vs £1650)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1650 vs £999.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (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 Islay character.
Who should buy The?
The Glenturret 30 Year Old (2021 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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