Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Longmorn
★ 4.00
£107
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Longmorn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 51.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £107 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £107.
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 £107)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£107 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Only Longmorn 26 Year Old 1990 (cask 8623) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)