Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Glen Ord
£35
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Glenturret |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £34.95 | £48.42 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £35 vs £48.
For beginners: Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £48.42)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.42 vs £34.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 11 Year Old 1998 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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
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