Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt WhiskyPort Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
DistilleryMarsBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%54.5%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£132£109.95
Rating5.00/5

Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value45/100

Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £132.

For beginners: Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£132 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 £132)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Mars?

Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt 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 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

SmokeyFresh Fruit

Only Mars Tsunuki / 2022 Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Malt ExtractOld Wood

Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

VanillaCooked FruitToasted

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