Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Girvan
£179
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Girvan |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 51.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £178.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) is better value at £179 vs £199.
For beginners: Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) is more approachable (45/100 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 £178.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Pros
- +More affordable (£178.95 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −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 Girvan?
Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) 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
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Girvan 1989 (bottled 2019) (cask 167849) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)