Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

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

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
DistilleryLoch LomondBruichladdich
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%50%
Age15 yr6 yr
Price£49.95£66.95
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner35/100
Value93/100

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

Smoke65/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value75/100

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £67.

For beginners: Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£49.95 vs £66.95)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.95 vs £49.95)

Who should buy Inchfad?

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Cooked MashLeathery

Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

OilyKipperyFresh Fruit

Where to buy

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011

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