Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands)
Tomatin
£204
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 58.7% |
| Age | 40 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £204.45 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £204.
For beginners: Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£204.45 vs £199)
- −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 affordable (£199 vs £204.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Tomatin 40 Year Old 1967 (Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail