Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask
Glenfarclas
£350
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 51% |
| Age | 25 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £350.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£350 vs £331.43)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) 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 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask 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
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old 1973 (cask 7010) - First Cask