The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory)

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory)
DistilleryGlenturretClynelish
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%43%
Age10 yr14 yr
Price£48.42£35.06
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory) is better value at £35 vs £48.

For beginners: Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory) is more approachable (100/100 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 £35.06)

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35.06 vs £48.42)
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)

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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory) 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 Clynelish 14 Year Old 1998 (casks 7761+7762) (Signatory)

OilyLeatheryHay-likeMalt Extract

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