Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky vs Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

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

Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside WhiskyRosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryGlenfarclasRosebank
RegionLowland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£350£399
Rating5.00/5

Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky is better value at £350 vs £399.

For beginners: Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£350 vs £399)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £350)

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside 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 Rosebank?

Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Only Glenfarclas 175th Anniversary (1836-2011) Speyside Whisky

SherriedDried FruitMalt ExtractOld Wood

Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Fresh FruitFragantHoneyVegetative

Explore more