Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Connemara
£195
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Connemara |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £195 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) is better value at £195 vs £199.
For beginners: Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) is more approachable (45/100 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 £195)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£195 vs £199)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Connemara?
Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Connemara 18 Year Old (cask 3767)