Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
North British
★ 5.00
£177
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | North British |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 53.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £199 | £177.31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £177 vs £199.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (45/100 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 £177.31)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£177.31 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — 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 North?
North British 35 Year Old 1978 (cask 39900) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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
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