Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne CognacPort Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryHermitageBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%58.7%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£151£199
Rating5.00/5

Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £151 vs £199.

For beginners: Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£151 vs £199)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 £151)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Hermitage?

Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac 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 Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac

Old WoodDried FruitHoneyNuttyTobacco

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

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