Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Caol Ila
£70
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 55.7% |
| Age | 6 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
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
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) 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
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Where to buy
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange