Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Hawk's Rock
★ 5.00
£130
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hawk's Rock | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 54.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £129.9 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £130.
For beginners: Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.9 vs £109.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £129.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Athrú?
Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona 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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Athrú 14 Year Old Annacoona
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01