Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£175
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 58.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £174.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £175 vs £199.
For beginners: Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£174.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £174.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 20 Year Old 1999 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail