Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Glengoyne
£999
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Glengoyne |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.4% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is better value at £633 vs £999.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£632.95 vs £999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£999 vs £632.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram 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
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Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
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Where to buy
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange