Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenturret
£112
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Mac-Talla |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.9% | 46% |
| Age | 28 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £112.07 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mac-Talla Strata
Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £112.
For beginners: Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 15 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£112.07 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £112.07)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas 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 Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenturret 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Mac-Talla Strata