Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck”
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck”
Glenfarclas
£1450
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck” | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 43% |
| Age | 32 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1449.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck”
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck”
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck” is better value at £1450 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck” is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1449.95)
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck”
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1449.95 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck” suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Glenfarclas 40 Year Old - Scottish Classic “Alan Breck”