Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James EadiePort Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryArdmoreBruichladdich
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.7%58.7%
Age22 yr12 yr
Price£170.06£199
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value25/100

Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie is better value at £170 vs £199.

For beginners: Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£170.06 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £170.06)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie 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.

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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Ardmore 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 10/1) - James Eadie

SherriedDried FruitHoneyOld Wood

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

MedicinalKipperyOily

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