Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Longmorn
★ 5.00
£83
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £83.48 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £83 vs £110.
For beginners: Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£83.48 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £83.48)
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Longmorn 21 year Old 1992 (cask 48494) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01