Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)
Ben Nevis
£199
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Ben Nevis |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Scotch |
| ABV | 58.7% | 46.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £199 | £198.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) is more approachable (55/100 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 £198.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)
Pros
- +More affordable (£198.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
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 Ben?
Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)