Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom)
Bunnahabhain
£165
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 27 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £165 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom)
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 £165.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£165 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 £165)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom) 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 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 Bunnahabhain 27 Year Old 1989 (cask 7714) - Revival (The Higginbottom)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01