Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary vs Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Bunnahabhain
£1999
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£1275
| Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary | Glenfarclas 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £1999 | £1275 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is better value at £1275 vs £1999.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999 vs £1275)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary 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 40 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 20 Year Old 1983 Commemorative Centenary
Only Glenfarclas 40 Year Old