GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive)
GlenAllachie
£201
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 58.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £200.95 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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 £201.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£200.95 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 £200.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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
Only GlenAllachie 20 Year Old 2005 (cask 5391) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail