Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryCaperdonichBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.6%58.7%
Age22 yr12 yr
Price£189.95£199
Rating5.00/5

Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £190 vs £199.

For beginners: Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£189.95 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (22 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 £189.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Caperdonich?

Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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 Caperdonich 22 Year Old 1995 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Old WoodVanillaToastedNuttySherried

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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