North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£202
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.9% | 58.7% |
| Age | 35 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £202.38 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
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 £202.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£202.38 vs £199)
- −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 affordable (£199 vs £202.38)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy North?
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
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 North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail