Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi)
Aultmore
£143
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Aultmore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 49.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £199 | £142.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) is better value at £143 vs £199.
For beginners: Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) is more approachable (55/100 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 £142.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£142.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 35 Year Old 1974 (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
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