Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French WhiskyPort Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryHautes GlacesBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%58.7%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£177£199
Rating5.00/5

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness25/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky is better value at £177 vs £199.

For beginners: Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£177 vs £199)

Cons

  • 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 £177)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Hautes?

Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Hautes Glaces 2013 Episteme S12U24 Malted Spelt Whisky French Whisky

FragantVegetativeToastedYeasty

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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