Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£172
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 58.7% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £172.42 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £172 vs £199.
For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£172.42 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — 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 £172.42)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 15706) - Cask Strength Collection (La Maison du Whisky)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail