Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163 vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163
Blanton's
£150
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163 | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blanton's | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 65.2% | 47.7% |
| Age | NAS | 35 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163
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).
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163 is better value at £150 vs £200.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (65.2%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £149.95)
Who should buy Blanton's?
Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163 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
Only Blanton's Straight From The Barrel - Barrel 163
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)