Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne
Vallein-Tercinier
£145
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Vallein-Tercinier |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 58.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £145 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne is better value at £145 vs £199.
For beginners: Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £145)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£145 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Vallein?
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 83" Petite Champagne