Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Tobermory
£169
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 63.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £199 | £168.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection is better value at £169 vs £199.
For beginners: Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is more approachable (20/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £168.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£168.95 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (63.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection 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
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Ledaig 11 Year Old 2005 (cask 900106) - Spirits Shop' Selection