Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)
Arran
£168
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal) | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Glenturret |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 47.7% |
| Age | 20 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £167.81 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)
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).
Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal) is better value at £168 vs £200.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal)
Pros
- +More affordable (£167.81 vs £199.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £167.81)
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 85) (Silver Seal) 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 (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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