Name: Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)
Brand: Port Ellen
Price: 1350.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is characterised by Sherried, Old Wood, Leathery, Dried Fruit, Tobacco notes. Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982, bottled by Douglas Laing for La Maison du Whisky's 60th Anniversary, is a rare expression from this legendary closed Islay distillery. Three decades of maturation have mellowed its peaty character while deepening its complexity.

Question 2

Is Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (55.6%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) costs £1350 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 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 55.6% ABV, Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) 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 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) similar to Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) and Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition costs £1200 vs £1350 for Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary).

Question 11

Is Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) similar to Yamazaki 1984?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) and Yamazaki 1984 share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Yamazaki 1984 costs £899.95 vs £1350 for Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary).

Question 12

How does Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) compare to Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) and Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Port Ellen 33 Year Old 1982 - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) (La Maison du Whisky 60th Anniversary) is complex and layered, while Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is known for Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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