Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryTobermoryBruichladdich
RegionIslandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV64.9%58.7%
Age17 yr12 yr
Price£222£199
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is better value at £199 vs £222.

For beginners: Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (25/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (64.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£222 vs £199)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £222)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Ledaig 17 Year Old 2005 (cask 900043) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedLeatheryOld Wood

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

KipperyOily

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