Jameson 4.5L vs Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)

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

Jameson 4.5LPort Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)
DistilleryJamesonBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%60.2%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£169.5£271.78
Rating5.00/5

Jameson 4.5L

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £272.

For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Jameson 4.5L

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£169.5 vs £271.78)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£271.78 vs £169.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jameson?

Jameson 4.5L suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy Port?

Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Jameson 4.5L

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

Only Port Charlotte 6.2 11 Year Old 2011 - Jim McEwan Signature Collection (Dramfool)

SmokeyMedicinalDried FruitOld Wood

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