Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret
£103
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.4% | 54.5% |
| Age | 27 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £103.25 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £110.
For beginners: Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£103.25 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £103.25)
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01