Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Glenfarclas
★ 4.33
£45
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 55% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £45.17 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £45 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £45.17)
Glenfarclas 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£45.17 vs £60.45)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) 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 10 Year Old (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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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