Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 vs Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£799
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Glenmorangie
£1045
| Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 | Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £799 | £1045 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is better value at £799 vs £1045.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
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
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1045 vs £799)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Only Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Where to buy
Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto Highland Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange