Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
£75
| Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.2% | 57.2% |
| Age | 7 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt) is better value at £75 vs £85.
For beginners: Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £74.95)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£74.95 vs £84.9)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 7 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt) 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
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2007 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange