Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£85
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Tomatin |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £109.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Quick verdict
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask is more approachable (65/100 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 £84.9)
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £109.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask