Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited)Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryDeanstonGlenturret
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.7%47.7%
Age26 yr35 yr
Price£198.95£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value25/100

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

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

Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited) is better value at £199 vs £200.

For beginners: Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£198.95 vs £199.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 26 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £198.95)

Who should buy Deanston?

Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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

Old Wood

Only Deanston 26 Year Old 1996 (cask 1521) (Limited)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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

Dried FruitSherriedNuttyTobacco

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