Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

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

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch WhiskyHudson Four Grain Bourbon
DistilleryGlenfarclasTuthilltown Spirits
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeBourbon
ABV40%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£8.95£10.5
Rating3.71/5

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is rated higher (3.71 vs 0.00).

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £9 vs £11.

For beginners: Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£8.95 vs £10.5)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.7)

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.7/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£10.5 vs £8.95)

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature 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 Hudson?

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon 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 Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Miniature Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SherriedDried FruitMalt ExtractCooked Fruit

Only Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

VanillaToastedNew WoodHoney

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