Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£290
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.4% | 47.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £289.95 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted
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 £290.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£289.95 vs £199.95)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £289.95)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Braes?
Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted 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
Both taste of
Only Braes of Glenlivet 30 Year Old - Derestricted
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)