Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£120
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.4% | 59.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £119.76 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.
For beginners: Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 7 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.76 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £119.76)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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 Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Moray 23 Year Old 1988 Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange