Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£107
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 56.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £107.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old is better value at £107 vs £110.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £107.45)
Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£107.45 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only Dalwhinnie 20 Year Old