Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve vs Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£499
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Balblair
£399
| Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve | Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Balblair |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £499 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve 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.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Only Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Where to buy
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 7282) - First Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange