Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Bruichladdich
★ 4.00
£186
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61% | 58.7% |
| Age | 5 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £185.99 | £199 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley is better value at £186 vs £199.
For beginners: Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley is more approachable (25/100 beginner score).
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£185.99 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £185.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Octomore?
Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley 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
Only Octomore 13.3 5 Year Old - Islay Barley
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail