The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryGlenturretSignatory
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£48.42£47.94
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

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

Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £48 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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £47.94)

Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£47.94 vs £48.42)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Unnamed?

Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

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

SmokeyHoney

Only Unnamed Orkney 12 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 #1+2) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHay-like

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