Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Midleton
★ 5.00
£186
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Midleton |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 58.7% | 56.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £185.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Quick verdict
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is better value at £186 vs £199.
For beginners: Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) 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 £185.86)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£185.86 vs £199)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — 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 Midleton?
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) 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 Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Bluebell Forest Tree 5 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)