Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
DistilleryTeaninichGlenturret
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.6%50%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£39.95£48.42
Rating5.00/5

Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star 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).

Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) is better value at £40 vs £48.

For beginners: Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £48.42)
  • +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • 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

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £39.95)

Who should buy Teaninch?

Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits) 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 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

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Teaninch 11 Year Old 2012 - Obscurities & Curiosities (North Star Spirits)

Malt Extract

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Smokey

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