Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£135
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£100
| Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Glenfarclas |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 53% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £135 | £99.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
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).
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)
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
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.
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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