Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Willowbank
★ 4.50
£144
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Willowbank |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.7% | 53.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £143.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £144 vs £199.
For beginners: Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £143.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£143.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Willowbank?
Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Willowbank 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)