Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Imperial
£160
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Imperial | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.1% | 47.7% |
| Age | 23 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £159.95 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
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).
Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £160 vs £200.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£159.95 vs £199.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 23 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £159.95)
Who should buy Imperial?
Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Only Imperial 23 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)