Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Roseisle
★ 5.00
£150
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Roseisle |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Quick verdict
Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Roseisle?
Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023) 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 Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Roseisle 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023)