Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Glenturret
£695
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glenturret |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £599 | £695 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £695.
For beginners: Ardbeg 21 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £695)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£695 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)