Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask
Glen Elgin
£104
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £103.5 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask is better value at £104 vs £110.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£103.5 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £103.5)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask 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
Only Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2009 (Cask 805069) - The Single Cask
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01