The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

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

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release)Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
DistilleryGlenturretGlenugie
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42.2%52.1%
Age25 yr30 yr
Price£1195.95£899
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner60/100
Value6/100

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is better value at £899 vs £1196.

For beginners: The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£1195.95 vs £899)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£899 vs £1195.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.1%) — may need water

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Glenugie?

Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras 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

Both taste of

HoneyOld Wood

Only The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2022 Release)

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

Only Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras

SherriedDried FruitLeathery

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