Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch WhiskyGlenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryAberlourGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%47.7%
AgeNAS35 yr
Price£199£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value25/100

Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £199 vs £200.

For beginners: Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)

Who should buy Aberlour?

Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Both taste of

SherriedNuttyDried Fruit

Only Aberlour Special Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Chocolate

Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodTobacco

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