Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2 vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£173
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2 | 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 | 25 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £172.66 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £173.
For beginners: Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£172.66 vs £109.95)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £172.66)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2 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
Both taste of
Only Tomatin 25 Year Old 1988 - Batch 2
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01