Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old vs Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 4.80
£499
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Glenturret
£695
| Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old | Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenturret |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 51.2% |
| Age | 10 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £499 | £695 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is better value at £499 vs £695.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £695)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£695 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 537) - Cask Strength Collection Rare Reserve 35th Anniversary (Signatory)