Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
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 Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
The Macallan
£762
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 45.6% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £761.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva is better value at £762 vs £1000.
For beginners: The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £761.95)
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£761.95 vs £999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva 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
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Where to buy
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange