Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky
Glentauchers
£111
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £111 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £111.
For beginners: Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£111 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £111)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glentauchers 2008 / 14 Year Old / Oloroso Finish / North Star Series 021 Speyside Whisky
Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011