Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society
Springbank
£199
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 57.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is more approachable (20/100 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 5 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Springbank?
Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society 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
Both taste of
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Springbank 5 Year Old 2017 100 Proof - Springbank Society