Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
£175
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 48.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £174.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) is better value at £175 vs £199.
For beginners: Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) 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 £174.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£174.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt) 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
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Mortlach 21 Year Old 1997 (Master of Malt)