Name: Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)
Brand: Port Ellen
Price: 899.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) is characterised by Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Old Wood, Leathery notes. A rare miniature of Port Ellen's 28-year-old 1979 vintage from Diageo's 2007 Special Releases, one of the most sought-after closed distillery bottlings. This Islay single malt represents a vanished era of peated whisky-making.

Question 2

Is Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (54.7%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) costs £899 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 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 54.7% ABV, Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) 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 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) 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 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) — 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 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) 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 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) similar to Hibiki 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) and Hibiki 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Hibiki 21 Year Old costs £750 vs £899 for Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl).

Question 11

Is Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) similar to Ardbeg 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) and Ardbeg 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Smokey, Leathery) and are in a similar price range. Ardbeg 21 Year Old costs £599 vs £899 for Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl).

Question 12

How does Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) compare to Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve?

Accepted Answer

Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) and Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) (20cl) is bold and smoky, 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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