Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenturretWillowbank
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandNew Zealand
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV47.7%50.5%
Age35 yr18 yr
Price£199.95£199.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 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 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — 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 Willowbank?

Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 WoodDried FruitSherried

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Willowbank 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Cooked FruitHoney

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