Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Glenturret
£147
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.8% | 58.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £146.76 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) is better value at £147 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£146.76 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — 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
- −More expensive (£199 vs £146.76)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi) 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 Glenturret 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 522) (Adelphi)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail