Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106
Ballindalloch
£194
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Ballindalloch |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 61.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £199 | £193.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106 is better value at £194 vs £199.
For beginners: Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £193.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106
Pros
- +More affordable (£193.95 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — 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 Ballindalloch?
Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106 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 Ballindalloch 2014 Single Cask No.106