Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Glentauchers
£95
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.8% | 54.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is better value at £95 vs £110.
For beginners: Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£95 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £95)
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Glentauchers 21 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01