Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
DistilleryInchgowerGlenturret
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.2%50%
Age12 yr10 yr
Price£69.5£48.42
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is better value at £48 vs £70.

For beginners: The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.5 vs £48.42)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) 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.

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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

HoneyToasted

Only Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokeyVanilla

Where to buy

Inchgower 12 Year Old - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)

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