Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010)
DistilleryGlenturretAuchroisk
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%58.1%
Age35 yr20 yr
Price£199.95£250
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner35/100
Value20/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £250.

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
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £250)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 20 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£250 vs £199.95)

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 Auchroisk?

Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010) 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 Auchroisk 20 Year Old (Special Release 2010)

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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