Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon
Benriach
★ 5.00
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Benriach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 56.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon
Quick verdict
BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon is more approachable (35/100 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 £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — 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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon 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 BenRiach 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 5278) - Pedro Ximénez Puncheon