Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Glenfarclas 40 Year Old

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

Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
DistilleryDallas DhuGlenfarclas
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.4%43%
Age31 yr40 yr
Price£1200£1275
Rating5.00/5

Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value4/100

Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £1200 vs £1275.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£1200 vs £1275)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£1275 vs £1200)

Who should buy Dallas?

Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 40 Year Old 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried FruitSherried

Only Dallas Dhu 31 Year Old 1975 (cask 45.18) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

ToastedLeathery

Only Glenfarclas 40 Year Old

HoneyChocolate

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