Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve IIIPort Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryEgan'sBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%58.7%
Age17 yr12 yr
Price£177.41£199
Rating5.00/5

Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III is better value at £177 vs £199.

For beginners: Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III

Pros

  • +More affordable (£177.41 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (17 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 £177.41)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Egan's?

Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III 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 Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III

SherriedHoneyCooked FruitVanillaToasted

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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