Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994
Old Perth
£147
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Old Perth |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 44.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £199 | £146.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994 is better value at £147 vs £199.
For beginners: Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994 is more approachable (60/100 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 £146.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994
Pros
- +More affordable (£146.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (23 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 Old?
Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Old Perth 23 Year Old 1994