Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£100
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £99.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Quick verdict
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is better value at £100 vs £110.
For beginners: Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £99.99)
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
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Where to buy
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tobermory 10 Year Old - 2000s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange