Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Egan's
£177
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Egan's |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £177.41 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III is better value at £177 vs £199.
For beginners: Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III is more approachable (60/100 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 £177.41)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Pros
- +More affordable (£177.41 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
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 Egan's?
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III