Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Dallas Dhu
★ 5.00
£107
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Dallas Dhu |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 46.7% |
| Age | 9 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £107.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £107 vs £110.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £107.45)
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£107.45 vs £109.95)
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 Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old 1975 (cask 1899) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)