Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
William Grant
★ 4.33
£299
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | William Grant |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 30 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old is better value at £299 vs £633.
For beginners: Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £299)
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £632.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Hazelwood?
Hazelwood Centennial Reserve 20 Year Old 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
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