Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

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

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch WhiskyHighland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
DistilleryGlenfarclasHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.1%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£750£999
Rating5.00/5

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value5/100

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £750 vs £999.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£750 vs £999)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£999 vs £750)

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitHoneyToasted

Only Glenfarclas 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedChocolate

Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

SmokeyOld Wood

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