Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Eagle Rare
£174
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 58.7% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £174.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) is better value at £174 vs £199.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) 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 £174.1)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£174.1 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2014 Release)