Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

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

Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
DistilleryGlenturretGlenfarclas
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44.7%53%
Age29 yr9 yr
Price£101.95£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value50/100

Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £102.

For beginners: Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (29 vs 9 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£101.95 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £101.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 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

Toasted

Only Glenturret 29 Year Old 1989 (cask 238) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Old WoodNuttyDried FruitSmokey

Only Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

Malt ExtractHoneySherried

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