Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£115
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.8% | 54.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £115.
For beginners: Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£114.95 vs £109.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £114.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01