Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) vs Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Bowmore
£799
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
| Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) | Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.3% | 43% |
| Age | 34 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £798.95 | £632.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is better value at £633 vs £799.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£798.95 vs £632.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£632.95 vs £798.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Where to buy
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange