Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Talisker
£125
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022) | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 59.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £125 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £125.
For beginners: Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 7 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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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Only Talisker 11 Year Old (Special Release 2022)
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old