Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling
Benromach
£200
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Benromach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £200.
For beginners: Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling is more approachable (70/100 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 affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)
- −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 Benromach?
Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Benromach 17 Year Old Special Centenary Bottling