Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Dalmore
★ 4.00
£168
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 58.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £168.29 | £199 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £168 vs £199.
For beginners: Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£168.29 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £168.29)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) 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.
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 Dalmore 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 7152) - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail