Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)
GlenDronach
£180
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | GlenDronach |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 55.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £199 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) is better value at £180 vs £199.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
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 £179.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)
Pros
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038) 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 Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 4038)