Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition
Johnnie Walker
★ 4.75
£150
| Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.7% | 40% |
| Age | 35 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition
Quick verdict
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition is better value at £150 vs £200.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £150)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old 100th Anniversary Edition