Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
North British
£170
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | North British |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 44.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £170.39 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) is better value at £170 vs £199.
For beginners: North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) 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 £170.39)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
Pros
- +More affordable (£170.39 vs £199)
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 North?
North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only North British 1988 (bottled 2019) (cask 216435) - The Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)