Adnams Single Malt (40%) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Adnams Single Malt (40%)The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
DistilleryAdnamsGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%50%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£41.5£48.42
Rating3.00/55.00/5

Adnams Single Malt (40%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner90/100
Value72/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Adnams Single Malt (40%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

Adnams Single Malt (40%) is better value at £42 vs £48.

For beginners: Adnams Single Malt (40%) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Adnams Single Malt (40%)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£41.5 vs £48.42)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £41.5)

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams Single Malt (40%) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Adnams Single Malt (40%)

New WoodFragant

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

SmokeyToasted

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