Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)
DistilleryGlenturretBenriach
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%52.2%
Age35 yr33 yr
Price£199.95£204.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)

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 £205.

For beginners: Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish) 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)
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £204.95)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 33 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£204.95 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 Benriach?

Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish) 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

Old WoodDried FruitSherried

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)

HoneyChocolate

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