Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Maker's Mark
£145
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Maker's Mark | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.8% | 58.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £144.95 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release is better value at £145 vs £199.
For beginners: Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£144.95 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — 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 £144.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Maker's?
Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release 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 Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail