Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Yoichi 1989

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Yoichi 1989
DistilleryGlenturretYoichi
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%55%
Age35 yrNAS
Price£199.95£178.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Yoichi 1989

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yoichi 1989

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Yoichi 1989 is better value at £179 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 £178.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Yoichi 1989

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£178.95 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — 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 Yoichi?

Yoichi 1989 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

Sherried

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

Old WoodDried FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Yoichi 1989

SmokeyFresh FruitVanillaToasted

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