Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Glenburgie
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Glenburgie |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 52.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (45/100 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 £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — 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 Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 Glenburgie 11 Year Old 2011 Port Cask (WM Cadenhead)