Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)
Longmorn
£150
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.2% | 58.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £149.91 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.91 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £149.91)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail 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.
Tasting notes
Only Longmorn 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 8643) (Adelphi)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail