Glenfarclas 40 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£1275
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Bunnahabhain
£1999
| Glenfarclas 40 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £1275 | £1999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is better value at £1275 vs £1999.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999 vs £1275)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary