Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
DistilleryBunnahabhainBruichladdich
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55%58.7%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£255.5£199
Rating5.00/5

Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

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

Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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 £256.

For beginners: Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£255.5 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 £255.5)

Cons

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

Who should buy Old?

Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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

Smokey

Only Old Islay Bunnahabhain 21 Years Old 2004 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SherriedLeatheryMossyOld Wood

Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail

MedicinalKipperyOily

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