Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)
DistilleryGlenturretCaol Ila
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%59.1%
Age35 yr15 yr
Price£199.95£199
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner50/100
Value25/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) is better value at £199 vs £200.

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

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 15 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water

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 Caol?

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) 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

Sherried

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

Old WoodDried FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

HoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

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