Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013
Arran
★ 4.00
£199
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Arran |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 53.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013 is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013 is more approachable (60/100 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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Arran?
Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Arran Malt Millennium Casks Edition 2013