Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi)
Caol Ila
£83
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.2% | 54.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi)
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).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi) is better value at £83 vs £110.
For beginners: Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −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 £82.95)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi) 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 Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 326026) - (Adelphi)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01