Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£86
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 55.4% |
| Age | 6 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £86.16 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
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 £86.
For beginners: Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £86.16)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£86.16 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Only Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange