Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Aberlour
£159
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 58.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £159.34 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask is better value at £159 vs £199.
For beginners: Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£159.34 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £159.34)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Aberlour 13 Year Old (cask 34595) Single Cask
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail