Port Ellen 1982 Bottled 2000 Jewels of Islay Lombard

Port Ellen Islay Tasting

I’ve been sitting on these tasting notes for a few months now. Apart from the fact that I’m a lazy git I genuinely wasn’t quite sure how to put pen to paper. I mean how are you realistically supposed to write a review about five Port Ellens? That’s right, FIVE of them. At the same time. Sprung on us as a surprise tasting on a rainy Islay...

Score 100/100

Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1982 Nectar of the Daily Drams

The Nectar of the Daily Drams is a Belgian bottler and importer. Three years ago they released this Port Ellen 1982 and people have whispered into my ear that it is absolutely stunning. Well, how can I not try it then? Stellar nose on soft smoke, soft minerals and a truckload of silt. Hint of hay. Wet rocks. Sea breeze. Fresh lemon juice sprinkled...

Score 92/100

Port Ellen Images of Islay 'Port Ellen Lighthouse' 1982 Malts of Scotland

In this case, Malts of Scotland leaves no doubt about the pedigree of this single malt. This Port Ellen was distilled in 1982 and bottled in 2013. So this is what? 31 years old? This is going to be a party, is it not? Soft, creamy and sweet nose with just a subtle hint of Islay, but mostly honey, butter, vanilla and sugarcoated orange peel. Apple...

Score 90/100

Port Ellen 25 Year Old Release 4 (2004)

Slightly darker in colour than the Glenmorangie Traditional. Lighter than /Chardonnay/ coloured. Wasabi spicyness on the nose with a touch of ammonia and pineau des charentes. First touch of my tongue is all spice, tingling on the tongue, leather, bearskin rugs, fireplace, tobacco, teak wood, bourbon in a crystal decanter, and bush; 1969 all over...

Score 90/100