The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Connemara Peated

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Connemara Peated
DistilleryGlenturretConnemara
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%40%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£48.42£37.99
Rating5.00/53.78/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Connemara Peated

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner85/100
Value99/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Connemara Peated

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.78).

Connemara Peated is better value at £38 vs £48.

For beginners: Connemara Peated is more approachable (85/100 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 £37.99)

Connemara Peated

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£37.99 vs £48.42)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.8 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 Connemara?

Connemara Peated 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

Honey

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

SmokeyToastedVanilla

Only Connemara Peated

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitOld Wood

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