Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£125
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 46.6% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £125.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic 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 £125)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions - Mosaic suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
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