Port Ellen

Port Ellen Natural Cask Strength 4th Release 25 Year Old, 2004, 56.2%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 36
Average Score
Avg 91
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Description

An Islay distillery that developed a cult status following its closure by Distillery Company in 1983. Originally only providing fillings for blends, its single had become hugely sought-after by the turn of the 21st century, so much so in fact that it was re-opened again by Diageo in 2024. An Islay distillery that developed a cult status following its closure by Distillery Company in 1983. Original ...

Change-16.3%
LatestSGD 1,590
HighSGD 2,687
LowSGD 1,439
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Recently Sold

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Aug 10, 2026SGD 1,589.69
Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Jul 12, 2026SGD 2,391.48
Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Jul 6, 2026SGD 1,439.17

Listed For Sale

Listed price is based on available stock selling price from verified retail stores (not including tax and shipping).

Versus WineVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 4,338.00
Best of WinesVerified Retail Listing - Updated Oct 6, 2026SGD 2,790.71
Carousell SingaporeVerified Retail Listing - Updated Apr 20, 2026SGD 3,300.00
Region
Islay
Age
25 Years
Vintage
1978
Bottled
2004
ABV
56.2%
Volume
70cl
Distillery
Port Ellen
Origin
Scotland
Cask type
Refill Oak Cask
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
4th Release
PPM
35
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
98-130 hours
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
Iain MacArthur
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
7100
Has box
Yes
Closure
Driven Cork
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
4th Release, Annual Release, Natural Cask Strength
Historical context
Distillery closed in 1983
Special release
Annual Release, Limited Edition
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Richly aromatic, with layers of earthy peat smoke, coastal brine, and dried fruits, balanced by subtle vanilla and spice.
Palate
An elegant interplay of moorish smokiness, citrus zest, and oak spice, delivering a complex yet refined drinking experience.
Finish
Long, warming, and lingering with delicate smoke, maritime minerality, and a hint of sweetness.
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