Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Loch Lomond
★ 4.00
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +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
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Inchmurrin 18 Year Old - Pre 2015