TheBigDrink
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Single Malt — Islay, Scotland
Reviewed
June 27, 2021 (edited September 16, 2021)
So this is not the 2011 reviewed, I tasted the 2012
50%ABV
Nose - oily, burnt caramel, burnt marshmallow, peat is there but not too strong---I'd rate moderate, way less than Laphroig/Ardbeg---and dirt, Kenz says formaldehyde and anatomy lab circa 2014
Taste - up front light taste, then you're hit with the peat, meaty, hint of bitter chocolate
Finish - long meaty finish, some creamy maltyness, peat lingers on the throat, light burn
Score - 4.0
Scoring Legend
5.0 - Outstanding, unmatched to others
4.5 - Excellent, I will always keep a bottle in stock if possible
4.0 - Very good, quite enjoyable to drink, can consider as a solid choice
3.5 - Good, would taste again
3.0 - Average
2.5 - Acceptable, still drinkable.
2.0 - Inferior, able to drink but not enjoyable
1.5 and below—wouldn’t drink again unless I am desperate
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