Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£140
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.9% | 54.5% |
| Age | 5 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £140 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £140.
For beginners: Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140 vs £109.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £140)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Octomore?
Octomore 12.1 5 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.
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
Both taste of
Only Octomore 12.1 5 Year Old
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01