Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 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.
Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Redbreast
★ 4.57
£139
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Redbreast | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 54.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £139 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 4.57/5 | 5.00/5 |
Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.57).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £139.
For beginners: Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£109.95 vs £139)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Redbreast?
Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 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
Only Redbreast 16 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01