Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
£225
| Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Caperdonich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 52% |
| Age | 35 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £224.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
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 £225.
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 £224.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 35 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£224.95 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 Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor) 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 Caperdonich 40 Year Old 1968 - Peerless (Duncan Taylor)