Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Bowmore
£70
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bowmore |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 56.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £70.
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 £69.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
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Where to buy
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange