Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach FurachailLedaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)
DistilleryBruichladdichTobermory
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.7%43%
Age12 yr20 yr
Price£199£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)

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: Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (55/100 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

Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Ledaig?

Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinalOily

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Kippery

Only Ledaig 20 Year Old (Old Bottling)

Leathery

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