The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
DistilleryGlenturretGlen Scotia
RegionHighlandCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
Age10 yr12 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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old is better value at £45 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £44.95)

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £48.42)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Glen?

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyToasted

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

HoneyVanilla

Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

Malt ExtractLeatheryKippery

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