Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Benriach
★ 4.75
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Benriach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only BenRiach 22 Year Old Moscatel Wood Finish