Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach FurachailCaol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryBruichladdichCaol Ila
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.7%52.2%
Age12 yr22 yr
Price£199£180
Rating5.00/5

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value25/100

Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £180 vs £199.

For beginners: Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (30/100 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 £180)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£180 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — 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 Caol?

Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

Only Caol Ila 22 Year Old 1991 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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