The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release) vs Yamazaki 1984

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

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release)Yamazaki 1984
DistilleryGlenturretYamazaki
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV41%48%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£1246.5£899.95
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Yamazaki 1984

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki 1984

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Yamazaki 1984 is better value at £900 vs £1247.

For beginners: The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1246.5 vs £899.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Yamazaki 1984

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£899.95 vs £1246.5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release) 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 Yamazaki?

Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodSherried

Only The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2024 Release)

HoneyDried Fruit

Only Yamazaki 1984

VanillaToastedNutty

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