The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887)
GlenDronach
£105
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 54.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £105 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887)
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).
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887) is better value at £105 vs £110.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887)
Pros
- +More affordable (£105 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −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 £105)
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887) 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.
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 The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 887)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01