Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Hardy
£168
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hardy | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £168 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £168.
For beginners: Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£168 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £168)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Hardy?
Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 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 Hardy 1989 Millesime Grande Champagne Cognac
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01