The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Paul John Bold

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Paul John Bold
DistilleryGlenturretPaul John
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£48.42£42.99
Rating5.00/54.42/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Paul John Bold

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Paul John Bold

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.42).

Paul John Bold is better value at £43 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £42.99)

Paul John Bold

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£42.99 vs £48.42)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Paul?

Paul John Bold 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

Smokey

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

ToastedHoneyVanilla

Only Paul John Bold

MedicinalKipperyCoal-gasLeathery

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