Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs The Matsui Sakura Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
The Matsui Sakura Cask
Kurayoshi
★ 2.75
£125
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | The Matsui Sakura Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Kurayoshi |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 43% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.75/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
The Matsui Sakura Cask
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
The Matsui Sakura Cask
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.75).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £125.
For beginners: The Matsui Sakura Cask is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
The Matsui Sakura Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (2.8 vs 5.0)
- −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 Matsui Sakura Cask 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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