Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary)
DistilleryGlenturretKilkerran
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%53.2%
Age35 yr15 yr
Price£199.95£299
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary)

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 £299.

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)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£299 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 Kilkerran?

Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary) 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 WoodNutty

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

Dried FruitSherriedTobacco

Only Kilkerran 15 Year Old 2004 - Rum Barrel (15th Anniversary)

Cooked FruitHoney

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