Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£146
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Tomintoul |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 57.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £146.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1 is better value at £146 vs £199.
For beginners: Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1 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 £146.14)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£146.14 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1 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 Tomintoul 17 Year Old Sherry Cask #PX1