Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Fettercairn
★ 5.00
£107
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £106.86 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £107 vs £110.
For beginners: Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£106.86 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −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 £106.86)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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.
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 Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01