Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Clynelish
£227
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Glenturret |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 47.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £226.96 | £199.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 £227.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£226.96 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 £226.96)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 21 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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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