Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig
★ 4.00
£575
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £574.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £575 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 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £574.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£574.95 vs £632.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Laphroaig 21 Year Old 1997 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)