Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryAllt-á-BhainneGlenturret
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44.5%47.7%
Age25 yr35 yr
Price£239.92£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

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

Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)

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).

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £240.

For beginners: Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£239.92 vs £199.95)
  • 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 affordable (£199.95 vs £239.92)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Allt-á-Bhainne?

Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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 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

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Allt-á-Bhainne 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 187841) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)

ChocolateVanilla

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

NuttyTobacco

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