Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 vs Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryGlenfarclasBallantine's
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV53%40%
Age9 yrNAS
Price£99.95£135
Rating5.00/5

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value50/100

Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £135.

For beginners: Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky 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 £135)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water

Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£135 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 Ballantine's?

Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneySherried

Only Glenfarclas - Movember 2011

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Dried FruitOld WoodCooked Fruit

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