Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryGlenturretGlenglassaugh
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%43%
Age35 yr32 yr
Price£199.95£148.06
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £148 vs £200.

For beginners: Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 32 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £148.06)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£148.06 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

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

SherriedNuttyTobacco

Only Glenglassaugh 32 Year Old 1979 Cask 1543 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

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