Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£85
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 £84.9)
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01