Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£89
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 54.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £89.38 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £89 vs £110.
For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£89.38 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £89.38)
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01