Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 vs Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£100
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret
£103
| Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 | Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 45.4% |
| Age | 9 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £103.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 is better value at £100 vs £103.
For beginners: Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £103.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.25 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas - Movember 2011 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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 27 Year Old 1988 (cask 11092) Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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