Name: Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky
Brand: Port Ellen
Price: 1200.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is characterised by Smokey, Leathery, Old Wood, Toasted, Dried Fruit notes. This Port Ellen single cask (bottled at 50% ABV) from Douglas Laing's Old Malt Cask range preserves spirit from a closed Islay distillery at a reasonable ABV without extreme age premiums. The refill butt maturation allows distillery character to shine without excessive wood dominance, delivering classic Port Ellen maritime and peaty character. The moderate cask influence and ABV create approachability without sacrifice of complexity. Ideal for Islay enthusiasts seeking authentic closed-distillery stock without auction-house pricing.

Question 2

Is Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky has some sweetness (40/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke. More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky costs £1200 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is best enjoyed neat to experience the full smoky character. A small drop of water can soften the intensity if preferred.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky similar to Glenfarclas 40 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky and Glenfarclas 40 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Glenfarclas 40 Year Old costs £1275 vs £1200 for Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky.

Question 11

Is Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky similar to Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky and Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Leathery, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £999.95 vs £1200 for Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky.

Question 12

How does Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky compare to Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky and Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Port Ellen 1982 / 26 Year Old / Cask #4808 / Old Malt Cask Islay Whisky is bold and smoky, while Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is known for Leafy, Hay-like, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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