Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Linkwood
£109
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 50% |
| Age | 24 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £108.57 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £109.
For beginners: Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£108.57 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £108.57)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 3540) - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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