Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
Inchgower
£96
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Inchgower |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 51.7% |
| Age | 6 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £95.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
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 £96.
For beginners: Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh) 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 £95.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95.5 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh) 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 Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
Where to buy
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 16 Year Old 2008 (Tri Carragh)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange