Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Strathmill
£121
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathmill | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £121 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £121.
For beginners: Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 9 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£121 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£109.95 vs £121)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
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 Strathmill 14 Year Old 2009 (cask 802554) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01