Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year OldThe Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
DistilleryMichel ForgeronGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%50%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£51.95£48.42
Rating5.00/5

Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old

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 £52.

For beginners: Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£51.95 vs £48.42)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Michel?

Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

VanillaToasted

Only Michel Forgeron Folle Blanche 2012 GC Cognac / 9 Year Old

Fresh FruitCitricFragant

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SmokeyHoney

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