Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) vs Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)

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

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
DistilleryGlen GrantGlenfarclas
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42.3%43.3%
Age60 yr60 yr
Price£9765.73£13995
Rating4.64/53.95/5

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is rated higher (4.64 vs 3.95).

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is better value at £9766 vs £13995.

For beginners: Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£9765.73 vs £13995)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£13995 vs £9765.73)
  • Lower community rating (3.9 vs 4.6)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) 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 Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) 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 WoodSherriedDried Fruit

Only Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

HoneyVanilla

Only Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)

Toasted

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