Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino TequilaPort Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
DistilleryEnemigoBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%59.2%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£102£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value59/100

Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £102.

For beginners: Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£102 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £102)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water

Who should buy Enemigo?

Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Port?

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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

Fresh Fruit

Only Enemigo 89 Anejo Cristalino Tequila

VanillaHoneyNew Wood

Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

SmokeySherriedOilyLeathery

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