Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Glenfarclas
£199

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 58.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
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 £199.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s 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 Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail