Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£100
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 54.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 vs £110.
For beginners: Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £109.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £99.95)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01