Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Auchroisk
£120
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.3% | 54.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £120.
For beginners: Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.95 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £119.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Auchroisk 21 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01