Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£107
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40.1% |
| Age | 9 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £106.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £107 vs £110.
For beginners: St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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 £106.95)
St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£106.95 vs £109.95)
Cons
- −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 St.?
St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only St. Thomas 32 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)