Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s
Glenfarclas
£1199
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 46.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1199 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s is better value at £1199 vs £1500.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1199 vs £1500)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1199)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s 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.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfarclas 8 Year Old 100 Proof (Grant Bonding Co) - 1960s
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)