Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Loch Lomond
£88
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 50% |
| Age | 13 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £87.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £88.
For beginners: Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£87.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £87.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's 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
Only Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
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Where to buy
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange