Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Master of Malt) vs anCnoc 24 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Master of Malt)anCnoc 24 Year Old
DistilleryBruichladdichKnockdhu
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.7%46%
Age13 yr24 yr
Price£189.95£149
Rating4.88/5

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

anCnoc 24 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner60/100
Value33/100

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

anCnoc 24 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

anCnoc 24 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).

anCnoc 24 Year Old is better value at £149 vs £190.

For beginners: anCnoc 24 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£189.95 vs £149)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

anCnoc 24 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +More affordable (£149 vs £189.95)
  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Port?

Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (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 anCnoc?

anCnoc 24 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Master of Malt)

SmokeySherriedFresh FruitVanillaCooked Fruit

Only anCnoc 24 Year Old

Old WoodMalt ExtractNuttyHoneyToasted

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