Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask
DistilleryGlenturretBallechin
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%52.8%
Age35 yr20 yr
Price£199.95£162.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask is better value at £163 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 £162.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£162.5 vs £199.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — 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 Edradour?

Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

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

Old WoodDried FruitSherriedNuttyTobacco

Only Edradour Ballechin 20 Year Old 2004 - Bourbon Cask

VanillaToastedSmokeyHoneyNew Wood

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