The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryGlenturretArdmore
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
Age10 yr8 yr
Price£48.42£35
Rating5.00/54.50/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £35 vs £48.

For beginners: The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £35)

Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£35 vs £48.42)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

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 Ardmore?

Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

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

ToastedHoneyVanilla

Only Ardmore 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 11536) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)

MedicinalLeatheryOld WoodCooked Mash

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