Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£101
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Allt-á-Bhainne | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £100.97 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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).
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is better value at £101 vs £110.
For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£100.97 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £100.97)
Who should buy Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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 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
Only Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01