Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger
Artful Dodger
£183
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Artful Dodger | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.4% | 58.7% |
| Age | 41 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £182.66 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £183 vs £199.
For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£182.66 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (41 vs 12 years)
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
- −More expensive (£199 vs £182.66)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger 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
Only Blended Scotch Whisky 41 Year Old 1978 (cask 3) - The Artful Dodger
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail