Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Tobermory
£105
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 54.5% |
| Age | 19 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £104.57 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)
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).
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) is better value at £105 vs £110.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£104.57 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £104.57)
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful) 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 Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 632) (Rest & Be Thankful)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01