Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 vs Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£100
Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac
Chateau de Lacquy
£109
| Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Chateau de Lacquy |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 53% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £99.95 | £109 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £109.
For beginners: Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £109)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£109 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Chateau?
Chateau de Lacquy 17 Year Old XO / Bas Armagnac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
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