Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale
Ardbeg
£128
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£100
| Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale | Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53% |
| Age | 15 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £127.5 | £99.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £128.
For beginners: Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£127.5 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £127.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 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 Ardbeg 15 Year Old Anthology - The Beithir's Tale
Only Glenfarclas - Movember 2011