Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

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

Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.3%59.2%
Age27 yr7 yr
Price£127.95£84.9
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner45/100
Value35/100

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value59/100

Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £128.

For beginners: Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (27 vs 7 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£127.95 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £127.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water

Who should buy Islay?

Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Who should buy Port?

Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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

SmokeySherriedLeathery

Only Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old Wood

Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old

Fresh FruitOily

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