Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021 vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryFercullenBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%58.7%
Age20 yr12 yr
Price£145.44£199
Rating5.00/5

Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021 is better value at £145 vs £199.

For beginners: Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021

Pros

  • +More affordable (£145.44 vs £199)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £145.44)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Fercullen?

Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021 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 Fercullen 20 Year Old - Five Elements 2021

SherriedDried FruitChocolateVanillaToasted

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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