Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
The Macallan
★ 3.00
£499
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £499)
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£499 vs £632.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 The?
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2022 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange