Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£100
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Alistair Walker | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £100.38 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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).
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £100 vs £110.
For beginners: Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +More affordable (£100.38 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £100.38)
Who should buy Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01