Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
£741
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Port Ellen |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 49.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £740.81 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is better value at £633 vs £741.
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 £740.81)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£740.81 vs £632.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Port?
Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (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 Port Ellen 35 Years Old 1977 - Old & Rare Collection (Douglas Laing)