Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release)
Bladnoch
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bladnoch |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release) is more approachable (55/100 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
Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Bladnoch 14 Year Old (2021 Release)