Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
★ 4.57
£50
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 13 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £50 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 4.57/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.57).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £50 vs £67.
For beginners: Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£50 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £50)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 13 Year Old - Discovery (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange