Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach FurachailCragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBruichladdichCragganmore
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.7%50.2%
Age12 yr26 yr
Price£199£156.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner45/100
Value32/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £157 vs £199.

For beginners: Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199 vs £156.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£156.95 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • 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 Cragganmore?

Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

Only Cragganmore 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitNuttyToasted

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