Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016)

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016)
DistilleryGlenturretMannochmore
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.7%53.4%
Age35 yr25 yr
Price£199.95£299
Rating5.00/54.50/5

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

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

Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness78/100
Beginner60/100
Value15/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £200 vs £299.

For beginners: Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£199.95 vs £299)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 25 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£299 vs £199.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Mannochmore?

Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016) 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 WoodSherried

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

Dried FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Mannochmore 25 Year Old 1990 (Special Release 2016)

VanillaHoney

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