Port Ellen Vintage Collection 1979 23 Years Single Malt Whisky

Port Ellen 1979 SV

Port Ellen

Islay · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
23 years
ABV
43%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Port Ellen
Distillation Year
09.08.1979
Bottling Year
12.08.2002
Cask Types
Oak Cask

Price

Latest market prices from domestic and international sources

Recent history

Lowest Price:€381.00(2024-02-28)

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Quentin Simpson

Quentin Simpson

Apr 28, 2026, 12:51:43

Wiff of it and I’m already grinning. Honey straight from the comb 🍯, then this lush wave of stewed pears and just a whisper of clove. Sip’s proper silky, like melted toffee with a tiny kick of ginger. Finish is looooong, a gentle bonfire smokiness that warms yeh right down. ✨ Cracking dram, no messin’. 🥃

Eden Lewis

Eden Lewis

Apr 27, 2026, 11:41:54

Right then, had a wee dram of this 🥃 Nose is warm, gets ya straight away. Smells like vanila and maybe some honey 🍯 On the tongue... oof, nice spice kick. Not harsh though, quite smooth actuallly. Finish lingers abit long, oaky vibes 🪵. Proper comforting for a rainy eveing. Reckon I'd buy again definatly 👍. Cheers!

Teagan Murray

Teagan Murray

Apr 22, 2026, 00:17:26

Right, poured a wee dram 🥃. Nose is proper nice, hints of honey 🍯. Taste... smooth. Bit of spice 🌶️ and oak 🪵. Finish is warm tho. Definatly one to savour. Realy lovely flavur. Cheers 🍻

Pauline Turner

Pauline Turner

Apr 17, 2026, 08:32:20

Right, just had a wee dram of this. 🥃 Nose is proper lovely, smoky like a bonfire but with honey too. 🍯 Taste hits warm... bit of spice then sweet fruit comes thru. Finish lingers nice and long. Definetly one for a rainy eve. 🌧️ Makes you feel cosy inside. Cheers mates. 🍻

Andy Bennett

Andy Bennett

Mar 26, 2026, 13:22:36

Just poured a glass, looks proper golden. 🥃 Nose is interesting, bit o' vanilla bean mixed with dried apricot. 🍑 Smooth an' inviting. Palate starts sweet, gets spicy on the middle notes without bein' harsh. Texture feels oily, kinda coats the tongue nice. Definately a quality feel. Finish drags on gently, leaves a warming glow behind the tongue. 🌬️ Ideal for relaxin' by the fire. Would grab another bottle for sure. Cheers! 👋✨

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