Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

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

Kaiyo Whisky The KuriGlenfarclas - Movember 2011
DistilleryKaiyoGlenfarclas
RegionSpeyside
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%53%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£119.02£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

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

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

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 £119.

For beginners: Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£119.02 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 £119.02)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water

Who should buy Kaiyo?

Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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

HoneyToasted

Only Kaiyo Whisky The Kuri

NuttyVanillaDried Fruit

Only Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

Malt ExtractSherried

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