Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The XXX Blend - Batch 1

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The XXX Blend - Batch 1
DistilleryGlenturretThe Blended Whisky Company
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV47.7%42.5%
Age35 yr30 yr
Price£199.95£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

The XXX Blend - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The XXX Blend - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The XXX Blend - Batch 1 is better value at £200 vs £200.

For beginners: The XXX Blend - Batch 1 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The XXX Blend - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 The?

The XXX Blend - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried FruitSherried

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

NuttyTobacco

Only The XXX Blend - Batch 1

VanillaToasted

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