Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCaol IlaGlenturret
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.1%47.7%
Age15 yr35 yr
Price£199£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner50/100
Value25/100

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value25/100

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) is better value at £199 vs £200.

For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 15 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018) 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

Sherried

Only Caol Ila 15 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2018)

HoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodDried FruitNuttyTobacco

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