Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box)
Highland Park
£150
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box) | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Glenturret |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box)
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).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box) is better value at £150 vs £200.
For beginners: Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −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 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £150)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box) 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
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old - Early 2000s (No Presentation Box)
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)