Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cambus
★ 5.00
£239
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Glenturret |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.1% | 47.7% |
| Age | 35 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £239.12 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £239.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£239.12 vs £199.95)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £239.12)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Cambus 35 Year Old 1982 (cask 12535) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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