Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl
The London Distillery Company
£80
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | The London Distillery Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl is better value at £80 vs £110.
For beginners: London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (90/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £79.95)
London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £109.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 London?
London Distillery Company Embarque English Whisky, 70cl is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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