Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set vs Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set
Glenfarclas
★ 4.83
£85
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Glen Moray
£104
| Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set | Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Glen Moray |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 58.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £85.04 | £104 |
| Rating | 4.83/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set is better value at £85 vs £104.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£85.04 vs £104)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£104 vs £85.04)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set 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 Glen?
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1 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
Only Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Gift Set
Only Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1