Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Strathisla |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 43% |
| Age | 9 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £87.07 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £110.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £87.07)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 9 years)
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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail