North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£180
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.1% | 54.5% |
| Age | 47 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £180.
For beginners: North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £109.95)
- −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
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £179.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy North?
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01