Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Old Perth |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 43.7% |
| Age | 9 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £118.2 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £118.
For beginners: Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£109.95 vs £118.2)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£118.2 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Old?
Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only Old Perth 14 Year Old 2004