Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
DistilleryGlenturretHighland Park
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%55%
Age35 yr15 yr
Price£199.95£157.87
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £158 vs £200.

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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 15 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £157.87)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£157.87 vs £199.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Highland?

Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried FruitSherried

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

NuttyTobacco

Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 5032775) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)

HoneySmokey

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