The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Pointe Blanche Single Malt

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Pointe Blanche Single Malt
DistilleryGlenturretPointe Blanche
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandFrance
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%43%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£48.42£39.81
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Pointe Blanche Single Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pointe Blanche Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Pointe Blanche Single Malt is better value at £40 vs £48.

For beginners: Pointe Blanche Single Malt 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 £39.81)

Pointe Blanche Single Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.81 vs £48.42)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 Pointe?

Pointe Blanche Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

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

SmokeyHoney

Only Pointe Blanche Single Malt

Malt ExtractOld Wood

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