Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008
Auchentoshan
★ 3.00
£199
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Auchentoshan |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008 is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008 is more approachable (70/100 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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Auchentoshan 21 Year Old - Pre 2008