Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £600 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release) is better value at £600 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 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £600)
Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£600 vs £632.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)