Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryBruichladdichAmrut
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£66.95£58
Rating5.00/54.56/5

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

Smoke65/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value79/100

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).

Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky is better value at £58 vs £67.

For beginners: Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £58)

Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£58 vs £66.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.6 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 Amrut?

Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky 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

Both taste of

SmokeyFresh Fruit

Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

OilyKippery

Only Amrut Peated Single Malt Whisky

Malt ExtractNutty

Where to buy

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

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