Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryGlengoyneBruichladdich
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.2%58.7%
Age12 yr12 yr
Price£199£199
Rating4.75/55.00/5

Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value24/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £199.

For beginners: Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.8 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)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013 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 Glengoyne 12 Year Old Cask Strength - Pre 2013

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitMalt ExtractToasted

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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