Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633

Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal)
Imperial
£576
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Imperial |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50.4% |
| Age | 30 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £576.48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal) is better value at £576 vs £633.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 27 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £576.48)
Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +More affordable (£576.48 vs £632.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Imperial?
Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Imperial 27 Year Old 1995 - New Vibrations (Silver Seal)