Glen Ord 30 Year Old vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Glen Ord
★ 3.33
£197
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
| Glen Ord 30 Year Old | Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Glenturret |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 47.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £197.01 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 3.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
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 3.33).
Glen Ord 30 Year Old is better value at £197 vs £200.
For beginners: Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£197.01 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.3 vs 5.0)
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £197.01)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 30 Year Old 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 Glen Ord 30 Year Old
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