BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017 vs Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017 | Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 53% |
| Age | 20 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £124.75 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 4.10/5 | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.10).
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.75 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £124.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only BenRiach 20 Year Old - Pre 2017
Only Glenfarclas - Movember 2011