Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey
Black Maple Hill
£199

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Maple Hill | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 58.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Black?
Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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 Black Maple Hill Small Batch Rye Oregon Straight Rye Whiskey
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail