Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015
Four Roses
★ 5.00
£499
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Four Roses |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 54.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £632.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015
Quick verdict
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015 is better value at £499 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £499)
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £632.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
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 Four?
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2015