Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice
Glenturret
£201
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 58.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £200.52 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice
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: Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£200.52 vs £199)
- −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 affordable (£199 vs £200.52)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 1990 (cask 572) - Mackillop's Choice
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail