Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryGlenturretMortlach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%50.1%
Age35 yr20 yr
Price£199.95£240.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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 £241.

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 £240.5)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£240.5 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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

Dried Fruit

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

Old WoodSherriedNuttyTobacco

Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 2005 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

OilyFresh FruitToastedHoney

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