Midleton Very Rare 1993 vs Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

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

Midleton Very Rare 1993Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
DistilleryMidletonGlenfiddich
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£1200£799
Rating5.00/5

Midleton Very Rare 1993

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value6/100

Midleton Very Rare 1993

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is better value at £799 vs £1200.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Midleton Very Rare 1993

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1200 vs £799)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Midleton?

Midleton Very Rare 1993 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyDried Fruit

Only Midleton Very Rare 1993

ToastedNutty

Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

VanillaOld Wood

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