Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Loch Lomond
£55
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £55 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £55 vs £67.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£55 vs £66.95)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £55)
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
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Where to buy
Inchmurrin 9 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange