Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Craigellachie
£799
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Craigellachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 60.2% |
| Age | 30 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is better value at £633 vs £799.
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 £799)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£799 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Where to buy
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 22 Year Old 1973 - Rare Malts
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange