Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice
Balblair
£178
| Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Balblair |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 55.2% |
| Age | 35 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £178.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice is better value at £178 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)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £178.12)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +More affordable (£178.12 vs £199.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — 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 Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice 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
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Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 124) - Mackillop's Choice