Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Mortlach
£141
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 54.5% |
| Age | 17 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £140.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
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).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £141.
For beginners: Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140.95 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 £140.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi) 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 Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Where to buy
Mortlach 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 800263) (Adelphi)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange