Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)
DistilleryGlenturretArran
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%51.2%
Age35 yr20 yr
Price£199.95£167.81
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal) is better value at £168 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 20 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £167.81)

Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£167.81 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.2%) — 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 Arran?

Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal) 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 FruitSherriedNutty

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

Tobacco

Only Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)

Cooked Fruit

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