Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£250
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.7% |
| Age | NAS | 35 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 17 Year Old / Bot.1980s Blended Scotch Whisky 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 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
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