Glenfarclas 40 Year Old vs Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenfarclas 40 Year Old | Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Yamazaki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1275 | £1895 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012)
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old
Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 40 Year Old is better value at £1275 vs £1895.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1895 vs £1275)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Yamazaki 1999 (bottled 2012)