Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Aberlour
£196
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 47.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £195.9 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £196 vs £200.
For beginners: Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£195.9 vs £199.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £195.9)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 25 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Glenturret?
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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