Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition
Glengoyne
£100
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition
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).
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition is better value at £100 vs £110.
For beginners: Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 £99.99)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Where to buy
Glengoyne 14 Year Old Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange