Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - 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.

Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
DistilleryGlengoyneBruichladdich
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.8%54.5%
Age17 yr9 yr
Price£111.95£109.95
Rating5.00/5

Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value45/100

Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £112.

For beginners: Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 9 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£111.95 vs £109.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £111.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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

VanillaFresh Fruit

Only Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 20293) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)

HoneyNuttyOld Wood

Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

SmokeyCooked FruitToasted

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