Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£155
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Adelphi |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 55.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £199 | £155.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) is better value at £155 vs £199.
For beginners: Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 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 £155.21)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£155.21 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −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 Breath?
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)