Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8% vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8%
Kavalan
★ 4.80
£120
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8% | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kavalan | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Taiwan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.8% | 54.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £119.74 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8%
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8%
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £120.
For beginners: Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8% is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8%
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.74 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 £119.74)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Kavalan?
Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8% 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 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
Only Kavalan Solist Sherry Cask Matured 57.8%
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01