The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£35
| The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 44.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £48.42 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £35 vs £48.
For beginners: North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.42 vs £34.95)
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £48.42)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy North?
North Highland 8 Year Old Blended Malt - Batch 2 (Thompson Bros.) 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
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