Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye
DistilleryGlenturretVery Olde St Nick
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV47.7%40%
Age35 yrNAS
Price£199.95£250
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye

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 £250.

For beginners: Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye is more approachable (65/100 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 £250)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£250 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 Very?

Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodNutty

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

Dried FruitSherriedTobacco

Only Very Olde St Nick Ancient Cask 8 Year Old Rye

Toasted

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