Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£199
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 59.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) is more approachable (50/100 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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −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 Caol?
Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) 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 Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)