Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021
Hampden
£125
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Hampden |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021
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 £125.
For beginners: Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021 is more approachable (70/100 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 £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 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 Hampden?
Hampden Great House Distillery Edition 2021 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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