Glenfarclas 40 Year Old vs The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£1275
The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release)
The Macallan
★ 5.00
£2000
| Glenfarclas 40 Year Old | The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | The Macallan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £1275 | £1999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release)
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is better value at £1275 vs £2000.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£1275 vs £1999.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999.95 vs £1275)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 40 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.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release) 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
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Only The Macallan 15 Year Old Gran Reserva (2017 Release)