Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail vs Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glenfarclas
£120
| Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 60.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £87.07 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £120.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £120)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (60.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail 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 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
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Only Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Only Glenfarclas 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 1.237) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)