Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Ardmore
£52
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Ardmore |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £51.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £52 vs £67.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.9)
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£51.9 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Only Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 706475, 706489, 706490 & 706491) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)