1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) vs Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery1512 SpiritsGlenfarclas
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeRye
ABV47%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£7.21£5.95
Rating3.75/5

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness90/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £6 vs £7.

For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.8/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£7.21 vs £5.95)

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£5.95 vs £7.21)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)

Who should buy 1512?

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

TobaccoVanilla

Only Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Sample Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedDried FruitMalt ExtractToasted

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