Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Glenfarclas
£479
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 46% |
| Age | 40 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £478.71 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £479.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£478.71 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £478.71)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 1973 Family Cask Autumn 2013 (cask 6056) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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