Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryCambusBruichladdich
RegionLowlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV53.8%58.7%
Age22 yr12 yr
Price£199£199
Rating5.00/5

Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — 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
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Cambus?

Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Cambus 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 55888) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

VanillaMalt ExtractNew WoodCitricToasted

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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