Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Glen Scotia
★ 4.50
£150
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £150 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £150.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 affordable (£109.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
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
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01