Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC:01 vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC:01
Bruichladdich
£199
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC:01 | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.1% | 61.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £199 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC:01
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC:01
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 vs £199.
For beginners: Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch (cask 4322) - PLC: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.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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
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