Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007) vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007)Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlenkinchieGlenturret
RegionLowlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.4%47.7%
Age20 yr35 yr
Price£250£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007)

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 £250.

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

Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£250 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 £250)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenkinchie?

Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007) 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

Sherried

Only Glenkinchie 20 Year Old (Special Release 2007)

HoneyVanillaFresh FruitToasted

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

Old WoodDried FruitNuttyTobacco

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