Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Bruichladdich
£106
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 54.5% |
| Age | 9 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £105.95 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) is better value at £106 vs £110.
For beginners: Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£105.95 vs £109.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £105.95)
Who should buy Lochindaal?
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 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
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Only Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01