Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Jura
★ 4.89
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Jura 21 Year Old - Tide | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Jura |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.89/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.89).
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Jura 21 Year Old - Tide is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 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 Jura?
Jura 21 Year Old - Tide suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Jura 21 Year Old - Tide