Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist
DistilleryGlenturretBimber
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%58.3%
Age35 yrNAS
Price£199.95£199
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist 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

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist

Pros

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

Cons

  • High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
  • 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 Bimber?

Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist 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

Dried FruitSherried

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

Old WoodNuttyTobacco

Only Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist

ChocolateVanillaHoney

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