Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021 vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021

Pros

• +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
• +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
• +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

• −More expensive (£150 vs £109.95)
• −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 affordable (£109.95 vs £150)

Cons

• −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Bushmills?

Bushmills 21 Year Old - Pre 2021 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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.