The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
DistilleryGlenturretAultmore
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
Age10 yr9 yr
Price£48.42£44.95
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is better value at £45 vs £48.

For beginners: Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

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 £44.95)

Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £48.42)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Aultmore?

Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie) 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

HoneyVanilla

Only The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokeyToasted

Only Aultmore 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 301178, 307606, 307608 & 307616) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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