Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Linkwood
£41
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 18 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £40.66 | £48.42 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) is better value at £41 vs £48.
For beginners: Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.66 vs £48.42)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.42 vs £40.66)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Only The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)