Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197)
Amrut
£146
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 58.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £146 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197) is better value at £146 vs £199.
For beginners: Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197)
Pros
- +More affordable (£146 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — 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 £146)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197) 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 Amrut 2016 (bottled 2023) Ex-Bourbon (cask 197)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail