Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 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 Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 4.25
£1600
| Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 43% |
| Age | 33 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £999.95 | £1599.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1000 vs £1600.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is more approachable (70/100 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 £1599.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1599.95 vs £999.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)