Hakushu 12 Year Old vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hakushu 12 Year Old | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 4.24/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.24).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £150.
For beginners: Hakushu 12 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 £149.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Hakushu 12 Year Old
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01