Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

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

Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of EdinburghPort Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
DistilleryGlentauchersBruichladdich
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV63.3%54.5%
Age16 yr9 yr
Price£110£109.95
Rating5.00/5

Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value45/100

Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £110.

For beginners: Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (16 vs 9 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (63.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£110 vs £109.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £110)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Glentauchers?

Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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

Both taste of

Cooked Fruit

Only Glentauchers 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 901120) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh

SherriedChocolateOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01

SmokeyFresh FruitVanillaToasted

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