Midleton Very Rare 1987 vs Balvenie 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Midleton Very Rare 1987 | Balvenie 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 44.2% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £2999 | £3192.95 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 1987
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 1987
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Balvenie 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Midleton Very Rare 1987 is better value at £2999 vs £3193.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 1987 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 1987
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2999 vs £3192.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
Balvenie 30 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 (£3192.95 vs £2999)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 1987 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 30 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
Only Midleton Very Rare 1987
Only Balvenie 30 Year Old