Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)
Shinshu
£210
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Shinshu |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 56% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £210 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)
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 £210.
For beginners: Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019) is more approachable (35/100 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 £210)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£210 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 Mars?
Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019) 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 Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)