Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)
Bruichladdich
£272
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
| Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Jameson |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 60.2% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £271.78 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)
Jameson 4.5L
Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £272.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£271.78 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Jameson 4.5L
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£169.5 vs £271.78)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool) 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 Jameson?
Jameson 4.5L suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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