Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Bruichladdich
★ 4.71
£120
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 54.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £120 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 4.71/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £120.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (Second Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
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