Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£2700
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
The Macallan
★ 4.91
£2750
| Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 43% |
| Age | 35 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £2699.95 | £2750 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.91/5 |
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.91).
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £2700 vs £2750.
For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£2699.95 vs £2750)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2750 vs £2699.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 - Pre 2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Ellen 35 Year Old 1983 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018