Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ben Nevis
£158
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 54.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £157.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £158.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£157.95 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 £157.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Ben Nevis 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01