Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenturretArdbeg
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44.5%48.1%
Age25 yr24 yr
Price£949.95£724.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £950.

For beginners: Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£949.95 vs £724.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£724.95 vs £949.95)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) 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 Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 24 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 Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Glenturret 25 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractOld WoodToasted

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

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