Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 70cl
Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky — the celebrated 10-year age-stated peated single malt from Bruichladdich's Port Charlotte range. Heavily peated at 40 ppm phenol — comparable to Laphroaig 10. Represents Bruichladdich's peated philosophy vs the unpeated Classic Laddie. Non-chill-filtered, 50% ABV.
Why you'll love it
- Bold peat smoke, refined maritime salt, warm honey, gentle spice, elegant Islay depth — Port Charlotte 10 signature
- Heavily peated at 40 ppm phenol — comparable to Laphroaig
- 10-year age-stated, non-chill-filtered, 50% ABV
- Presented in Port Charlotte's distinctive bottle
Perfect pairings
Excellent neat as a contemplation pour. Pairs beautifully with oysters, smoked salmon, aged smoked cheese, or grilled meats.
Perfect for
- Peated whisky enthusiasts exploring Bruichladdich's peated line
- Islay whisky collectors building the age-stated peated range
- Whisky drinkers curious about Bruichladdich's peated philosophy
- Considered sipping with distinctive Islay peated character
Compare with
Interested in Bruichladdich's unpeated line? Try The Classic Laddie ($98). For heavier Islay peat comparison: Laphroaig 10 Year Old ($95) or Ardbeg 10 Year Old ($115).
Frequently asked
Why is Port Charlotte peated when Bruichladdich isn't?
Bruichladdich's three brand streams — Bruichladdich (unpeated), Port Charlotte (heavily peated), Octomore (super-heavily peated) — deliver different peat philosophies from the same distillery. Port Charlotte is heavily peated at 40 ppm phenol.
What is Port Charlotte?
The village on Islay where a historical distillery of the same name once stood (closed 1929, demolished 1952). Bruichladdich uses "Port Charlotte" for their heavily peated line as heritage/geographic reference.
Port Charlotte 10 vs Laphroaig 10?
Both are 40 ppm peated Islay 10YO. Different distillery character. Port Charlotte has Bruichladdich's more elegant/refined base (non-chill-filtered, 50% ABV). Laphroaig has more medicinal iodine character. Different Islay peated archetypes.
Quick facts
- Region: Islay, Scotland
- Distillery: Bruichladdich (Port Charlotte range)
- Age: 10 Years
- Peat Level: 40 ppm phenol
- ABV: 50% (non-chill-filtered)
- Volume: 70cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Bold and aromatic — peat smoke, sea salt, vanilla, ripe orchard fruit, dark caramel, gentle baking spice, and warm toasted oak — distinctive and beautifully composed.
PALATE
Full and warmly smoked — sweet smoke, honeyed orchard fruit, vanilla cream, sea salt, dark toffee, gentle pepper, and integrated multi-cask oak — silky, layered, and harmoniously balanced.
FINISH
Long and warmly smoked — lingering peat, sea salt, vanilla, soft caramel, and a gentle peppery oak warmth fading slowly — distinctive and refined.
ABV: 50% ABV