Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
★ 5.00
£135
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.5% | 47.2% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £134.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £135.
For beginners: Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £134.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£134.95 vs £109.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Scotch?
Scotch Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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