Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt) vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£125
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£100
| Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt) | Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.4% | 53% |
| Age | 23 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £124.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 vs £99.95)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £124.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt) 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 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
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