Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£200
Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016
Kilchoman
£199
| Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Kilchoman |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 56.6% |
| Age | 35 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016
Quick verdict
Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016 is better value at £199 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 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — 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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016 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
Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Kilchoman 8 Year Old 2007 (cask 429) - Fèis Ìle 2016