Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum
Goslings
£48

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Goslings | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £47.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum is better value at £48 vs £67.
For beginners: Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £66.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £47.95)
Who should buy Goslings?
Goslings Black Seal 151 Rum Blended Modernist Rum 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 Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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