Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

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

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach FurachailKanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryBruichladdichKanosuke
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV58.7%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£199£150
Rating5.00/5

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky is better value at £150 vs £199.

For beginners: Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky 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 £150)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £199)

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 Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky 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

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

Only Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Fresh FruitFragantHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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