Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryGlenturretHighland Park
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%46%
Age35 yr28 yr
Price£199.95£179.23
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £179 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 28 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £179.23)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£179.23 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Highland?

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried FruitSherried

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

HoneySmokeyToasted

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