Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky vs Shirakawa 1958

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside WhiskyShirakawa 1958
DistilleryGlenfiddichTakara Shuzo
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%49%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33975£23495
Rating5.00/5

Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Shirakawa 1958

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Shirakawa 1958

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Shirakawa 1958 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Shirakawa 1958 is better value at £23495 vs £33975.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£33975 vs £23495)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Shirakawa 1958

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£23495 vs £33975)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Shirakawa?

Shirakawa 1958 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Glenfiddich 1973 / 49 Year Old / Cask #11560 / Archive Collection Speyside Whisky

HoneyCitricFresh FruitFragant

Only Shirakawa 1958

SmokeyToastedLeatheryMedicinal

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