Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Foursquare
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Foursquare |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 58.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (70/100 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 £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Foursquare?
Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum