Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Benriach
★ 5.00
£222
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.6% | 47.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £221.97 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £222.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£221.97 vs £199.95)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £221.97)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish 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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