Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryGlenturretGlen Elgin
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%54.2%
Age35 yr33 yr
Price£199.95£299.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £300.

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

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 £299.95)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 33 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£299.95 vs £199.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried FruitSherried

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Glen Elgin 33 Year Old 1991 (cask 4073) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

HoneyToasted

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