Jameson 18 Year Old Bow Street vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Jameson 18 Year Old Bow StreetGlenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryJamesonGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV55.3%47.7%
Age18 yr35 yr
Price£199.99£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Jameson 18 Year Old Bow Street

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

Jameson 18 Year Old Bow Street

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 £200.

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

Jameson 18 Year Old Bow Street

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199.99 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 £199.99)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Jameson?

Jameson 18 Year Old Bow Street 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 Wood

Only Jameson 18 Year Old Bow Street

VanillaCooked FruitToasted

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

Dried FruitNuttyTobacco

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