Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter vs Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky

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

Glenfarclas 50 Year Old DecanterLongrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky
DistilleryGlenfarclasLongrow
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40.6%40%
Age50 yrNAS
Price£9882.5£8500
Rating4.83/5

Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky

Smoke65/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).

Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky is better value at £8500 vs £9883.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£9882.5 vs £8500)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£8500 vs £9882.5)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter 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 Longrow?

Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Glenfarclas 50 Year Old Decanter

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only Longrow 1973 Natural Strength / Bot.1985 / Samaroli Campbeltown Whisky

SmokeyKipperyLeatheryTobacco

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