Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Bunnahabhain
★ 4.80
£499
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.80/5 |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £499)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £632.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018 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 Bunnahabhain 25 Year Old XXV - Pre 2018