Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach FurachailNorth British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryBruichladdichNorth British
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV58.7%57%
Age12 yr22 yr
Price£199£187.16
Rating5.00/5

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value25/100

North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £187 vs £199.

For beginners: North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (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 £187.16)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£187.16 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57%) — 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 North?

North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (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

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

Only North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)

SherriedDried FruitHoneyNuttyToasted

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