Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky vs The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky
Glenfarclas
£1500
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.59
£999
| Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky | The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £999 |
| Rating | — | 4.59/5 |
Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Quick verdict
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak is rated higher (4.59 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak is better value at £999 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £999)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£999 vs £1500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenfarclas 1983 / Family Casks / Cask #28 / Winter 2018 Release Speyside Whisky
Only The Macallan 18 Year Old 1994 Sherry Oak