Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Ardbeg
★ 3.80
£469
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Ardbeg |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £468.77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.80/5 |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.80).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £469 vs £633.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £468.77)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£468.77 vs £632.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10065) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)