Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£1299
The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release)
Glenturret
£983
| Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 42.6% |
| Age | 40 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £1299 | £982.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release)
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release)
Quick verdict
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release) is better value at £983 vs £1299.
For beginners: Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1299 vs £982.62)
The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£982.62 vs £1299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Who should buy The?
The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release) 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
Only Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only The Glenturret 25 Year Old (2023 Release)