Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | George T. Stagg |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 54.5% | 69.4% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £160 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £160.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £160)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£160 vs £109.95)
- −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 George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) 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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