Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1 vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1
Bowmore
★ 4.17
£150
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1 | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 54.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £150 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 4.17/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.17).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £150.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
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 £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore Tempest 10 Year Old - Batch 1 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 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
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