Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition
DistilleryGlenturretRoyal Salute
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV47.7%40%
Age35 yr21 yr
Price£199.95£249.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition

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: Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition is more approachable (85/100 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 £249.95)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 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 Royal?

Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitSherried

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

Old WoodNuttyTobacco

Only Royal Salute 21 Year Old - Harris Reed Gold Edition

VanillaHoneyChocolate

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