Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
Inchgower
£86
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Inchgower |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 55.8% |
| Age | 6 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £85.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
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 £86.
For beginners: Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask is more approachable (55/100 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 £85.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£85.95 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask 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 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
Where to buy
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 14 Year Old 2009 (Cask 812263) - The Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange