Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Caol Ila
£225
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 58.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £225 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
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 £225.
For beginners: Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£225 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £225)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) 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
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Only Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange