Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Aberfeldy
£120
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 59.2% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £120 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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
Only Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
Aberfeldy 12 Year Old / Litre Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange