Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£135
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £135 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
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 £135.
For beginners: Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£135 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £135)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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
Both taste of
Only Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01