Balvenie 30 Year Old vs Glenturret 35 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Whisky

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

Balvenie 30 Year OldGlenturret 35 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Whisky
DistilleryBalvenieGlenturret
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV44.2%40%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£3192.95£4400
Rating5.00/5

Balvenie 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value2/100

Glenturret 35 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Balvenie 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 35 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Balvenie 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Balvenie 30 Year Old is better value at £3193 vs £4400.

For beginners: Balvenie 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Balvenie 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenturret 35 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£4400 vs £3192.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Balvenie?

Balvenie 30 Year Old 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 / 2023 Release Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyChocolate

Only Balvenie 30 Year Old

Dried FruitOld Wood

Only Glenturret 35 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Whisky

Cooked FruitToasted

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