Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select
Jefferson's
£195
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jefferson's | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 58.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £195 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select is better value at £195 vs £199.
For beginners: Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£195 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (20 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 £195)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Jefferson's?
Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Jefferson's 20 Year Old Presidential Select
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail