Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition vs Glenfarclas 30 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th EditionGlenfarclas 30 Year Old
DistilleryBruichladdichGlenfarclas
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.3%43%
Age27 yr30 yr
Price£599£632.95
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value5/100

Glenfarclas 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value8/100

Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfarclas 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition is better value at £599 vs £633.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition

Pros

  • +More affordable (£599 vs £632.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 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)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 27 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£632.95 vs £599)

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition 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

Old WoodSherriedTobacco

Only Bruichladdich 27 Year Old 1985 - DNA 4th Edition

LeatheryMossy

Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old

Dried FruitChocolate

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