Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£165
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 50.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £199 | £165 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £165 vs £199.
For beginners: Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (45/100 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 £165)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£165 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −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 Westport?
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)