Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£255
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 49.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 45 yr |
| Price | £199 | £254.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £255.
For beginners: Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £254.63)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£254.63 vs £199)
- −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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 45 Year Old 1972 (cask 14772) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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