The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory
DistilleryGlenturretBenrinnes
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%43%
Age10 yr11 yr
Price£48.42£35.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory is better value at £36 vs £48.

For beginners: Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory 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

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £35.95)

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35.95 vs £48.42)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • 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 Benrinnes?

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedHoneyVanilla

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

Smokey

Only Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 306483 & 306484) - Signatory

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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