Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
£144
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.6% | 58.7% |
| Age | 47 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £143.5 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £144 vs £199.
For beginners: Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£143.5 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 12 years)
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 £143.5)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Invergordon 47 Year Old 1965 (cask 9459)- The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail