Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon
Michter's Distillery
★ 3.30
£171
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Michter's Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 58.7% | 47.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £199 | £170.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.30/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.30).
Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon is better value at £171 vs £199.
For beginners: Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £170.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon
Pros
- +More affordable (£170.95 vs £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.3 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 Michter’s?
Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon