The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryGlenturretSliabh Liag
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50%46%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£48.42£44.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £45 vs £48.

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £44.5)

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.5 vs £48.42)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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.

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

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

ToastedHoneyVanilla

Only The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

SherriedDried FruitFresh FruitCooked Fruit

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