Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007
DistilleryGlenturretGlenfiddich
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%40%
Age35 yr18 yr
Price£199.95£199
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007 is better value at £199 vs £200.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007 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)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 18 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007 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

Old Wood

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

Dried FruitSherriedNuttyTobacco

Only Glenfiddich 18 Year Old - Ancient Reserve - Pre 2007

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

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