Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 ReleaseGlenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryDalmoreGlenturret
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%47.7%
Age18 yr35 yr
Price£299£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

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

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

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £299.

For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 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 £299)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release 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

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 18 Year Old - 2009 Release

VanillaToasted

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

NuttyTobacco

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