Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac
Michel Forgeron
£163
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Michel Forgeron |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 58.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £163 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £163 vs £199.
For beginners: Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (70/100 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 £163)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£163 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Michel?
Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Michel Forgeron Barrique 82 Grande Champagne Cognac