Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
DistilleryGlenturretDeanston
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%50.2%
Age35 yr23 yr
Price£199.95£159
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value31/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured is better value at £159 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

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 23 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £159)

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£159 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water

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 Deanston?

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured 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

Dried FruitSherried

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

Old WoodNuttyTobacco

Only Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

ChocolateToasted

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