Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistillerySpringbankGlenturret
RegionCampbeltownHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.8%47.7%
Age21 yr35 yr
Price£242.32£199.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner35/100
Value17/100

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value25/100

Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £242.

For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£242.32 vs £199.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £242.32)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Springbank 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 11366) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokeyLeatheryOily

Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedNuttyTobacco

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