Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caledonian
★ 5.00
£152
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caledonian |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 50.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £199 | £151.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £152 vs £199.
For beginners: Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £151.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£151.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −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 Caledonian?
Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Caledonian 33 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)