Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013 vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Thomas H. Handy
★ 5.00
£126

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013 | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thomas H. Handy | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 66.2% | 59.2% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £125.86 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £126.
For beginners: Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (66.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125.86 vs £84.9)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £125.86)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Thomas?
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old