Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
Hautes Glaces
£177
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Hautes Glaces |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 58.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £177 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky is better value at £177 vs £199.
For beginners: Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky is more approachable (65/100 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 £177)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£177 vs £199)
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 Hautes?
Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky