Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish
DistilleryGlenturretSpringbank
RegionHighlandCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%57.9%
Age35 yr9 yr
Price£199.95£250
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value20/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £250)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 9 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£250 vs £199.95)

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.

Who should buy Hazelburn?

Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitSherried

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

Old WoodNuttyTobacco

Only Hazelburn 9 Year Old 2007 - Barolo Cask Finish

Cooked FruitToastedHoney

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