Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) vs Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£450
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
| Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) | Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 54.7% |
| Age | 35 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £450 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Quick verdict
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is better value at £399 vs £450.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£450 vs £399)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £450)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers) 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 Springbank?
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Glenturret 35 Year Old 1977 (Three Rivers)
Only Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo