Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Loch Indaal 11 Year Old 1983 (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach FurachailLoch Indaal 11 Year Old 1983 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryBruichladdichBruichladdich
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.7%57.8%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£199£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value25/100

Loch Indaal 11 Year Old 1983 (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Indaal 11 Year Old 1983 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is more approachable (20/100 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

Loch Indaal 11 Year Old 1983 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Loch?

Loch Indaal 11 Year Old 1983 (Master of Malt) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalOily

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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