Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain)Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBunnahabhainGlenturret
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%47.7%
Age21 yr35 yr
Price£278£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain)

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 £278.

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

Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£278 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 £278)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Expressions?

Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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

Dried Fruit

Only Expressions of Gratitude 21 Year Old 2001 - Wemyss Malts (Bunnahabhain)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinalOily

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

Old WoodSherriedNuttyTobacco

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