Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition vs Glenfiddich 50 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition
Midleton
£17700
Glenfiddich 50 Year Old
Glenfiddich
★ 4.70
£22799
| Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition | Glenfiddich 50 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Irish | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46.1% |
| Age | NAS | 50 yr |
| Price | £17700 | £22799 |
| Rating | — | 4.70/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition
Glenfiddich 50 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition
Glenfiddich 50 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 50 Year Old is rated higher (4.70 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition is better value at £17700 vs £22799.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£17700 vs £22799)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Glenfiddich 50 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£22799 vs £17700)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 50 Year Old 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Midleton Very Rare 40th Anniversary / Ruby Edition
Only Glenfiddich 50 Year Old