Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Aberlour
£179
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Aberlour |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 55.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £199 | £179.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £179 vs £199.
For beginners: Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 £179.22)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +More affordable (£179.22 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (26 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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Aberlour 26 Year Old 1989 (cask 11336) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)