Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten GemsPort Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryForgotten GemsBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV58%58.7%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£199.95£199
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £200.

For beginners: Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 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 affordable (£199 vs £199.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems

Old WoodVanillaDried FruitToasted

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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