Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

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

Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
DistilleryGlen KeithBruichladdich
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.3%59.2%
Age21 yr7 yr
Price£103.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

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

Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £104.

For beginners: Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 7 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£103.95 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £103.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 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

Sherried

Only Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (casks 72589 & 72590) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Old WoodDried FruitToastedNutty

Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

SmokeyFresh FruitOilyLeathery

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