Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£185
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 43.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £199 | £184.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £185 vs £199.
For beginners: Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (60/100 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 £184.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£184.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10526) - Artist #6 (La Maison du Whisky)