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The Bruichladdich Port Charlotte PC5 Evolution is a landmark Islay single malt and the very first official Port Charlotte bottling—making it one of the most significant releases in the distillery’s modern history. Distilled in 2001 under the visionary guidance of master distiller Jim McEwan and bottled in 2006, this heavily peated expression represents the rebirth of traditional Islay distillation at Bruichladdich. Limited to just 6,038 individually numbered bottles, the PC5 is now highly collectable and increasingly sought after by Islay enthusiasts and serious whisky collectors. Powerfully smoky, youthful, and brilliantly expressive, it captures the raw spirit and future promise of the Port Charlotte style.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
  • Historic 1st release of the Port Charlotte series

  • Distilled 2001 and bottled 2006 under the vision of Jim McEwan

  • From a limited run of 6,038 individually numbered bottles

  • Captures the early, elemental character of heavily peated Port Charlotte

  • A rare and increasingly valuable bottling for collectors

  • Ideal for fans of powerful, smoky Islay single malts

The Bruichladdich Port Charlotte PC5 Evolution is a piece of Islay whisky history—bold, smoky, and full of promise. As the first-ever official Port Charlotte bottling, it stands as a must-have for collectors and a thrilling experience for anyone who loves uncompromising, peaty Scotch whisky.

Bottle Information

Bottler: Distillery
Cask Type: Refill American & European Oak Barrels & Butts
ABV: 63.50%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Islay
Age: 5 Years Old
Vintage: 2001
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

Nose Intense peat smoke, charred driftwood, sea spray, brine, lemon zest, and earthy malt, with an undercurrent of vanilla and toasted oak. Palate Explosive peat power balanced by sweet malt, citrus oils, peppery spice, and herbal smoke. Notes of barley sugar, coastal minerals, and warm oak add depth to the bold, youthful character. Finish Long, smoky, and invigorating, with persistent peat embers, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and a lingering sweetness that reflects classic Port Charlotte DNA.

Bruichladdich (Port Charlotte) PC5 Evolution 1st Release

Regular price £600.00 GBP
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£500.00 GBP ex VAT

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