Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Tullibardine
£188
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Tullibardine |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £199 | £188.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £188 vs £199.
For beginners: Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £188.18)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£188.18 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)