Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
The Glasgow Distillery Co.
£55
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glasgow Distillery Co. | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 50% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £54.5 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£54.5 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £54.5)
Who should buy Glasgow?
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured 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 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 Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange