Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Loch Lomond
£193
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
| Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.6% | 58.7% |
| Age | 28 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £193.03 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £193 vs £199.
For beginners: Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£193.03 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 £193.03)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Old?
Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) 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 Old Rhosdhu 28 Year Old 1994 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail