Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Caol Ila
£199
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65.8% | 58.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
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: Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (65.8%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009) 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 Caol Ila 10 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2009)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail