Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Loch Lomond
£151
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 58.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150.96 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is better value at £151 vs £199.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£150.96 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −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 £150.96)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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 Loch Lomond 25 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail