Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar
Cameron Bridge
£165
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cameron Bridge | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 58.7% |
| Age | 36 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £165 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £165 vs £199.
For beginners: Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +More affordable (£165 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — 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
- −More expensive (£199 vs £165)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Cameronbridge?
Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar 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 Cameronbridge 36 Year Old 1984 (cask 3028694) - The Whisky Cellar
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail