The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private Cellar vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private CellarGlenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe English DistilleryGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.3%47.7%
Age17 yr35 yr
Price£294.95£199.95
Rating5.00/5

The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private Cellar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private Cellar

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 0.00).

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £295.

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

The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private Cellar

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£294.95 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 £294.95)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 17 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private Cellar 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

SherriedOld WoodTobacco

Only The English 17 Year Old 2007 (cask B1-0821) - Founders' Private Cellar

Leathery

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

Dried FruitNutty

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