The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old
DistilleryGlenturretKnob Creek
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV50%50%
Age10 yr9 yr
Price£48.42£37.5
Rating5.00/54.19/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.19).

Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old is better value at £38 vs £48.

For beginners: Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 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 9 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £37.5)

Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£37.5 vs £48.42)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.2 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 Knob?

Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedHoneyVanilla

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

Smokey

Only Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old

Dried Fruit

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