Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£100
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 54.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £110.
For beginners: Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +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 Blended?
Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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
Only Blended Malt #2 - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01