Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£143
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | North of Scotland |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 43.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 43 yr |
| Price | £199 | £142.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Quick verdict
North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is better value at £143 vs £199.
For beginners: North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £142.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£142.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (43 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only North Of Scotland 43 Year Old 1971 - Pearls Of Scotland (Gordon & Company)