Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Mannochmore
★ 4.25
£175
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Mannochmore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 54.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £199 | £175 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release) is better value at £175 vs £199.
For beginners: Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release) 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)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £175)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£175 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Mannochmore 18 Year Old 1990 (2009 Special Release)