Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Bushmills 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Bushmills 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bushmills |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bushmills 15 Year Old
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bushmills 15 Year Old
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 £73.
For beginners: Bushmills 15 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 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 £72.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bushmills 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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
Bushmills 15 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange