Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)
Benriach
£205
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry 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 | 52.2% | 47.7% |
| Age | 33 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £204.95 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)
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).
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £205.
For beginners: Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£204.95 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 £204.95)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 33 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 33 Year Old 1977 (Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask Finish) 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 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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