The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
The Scalasaig
★ 5.00
£48
Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glenrothes
£43
| The Scalasaig Island Hopper | Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Scalasaig | Glenrothes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £48.25 | £42.77 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £48.
For beginners: Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.25 vs £42.77)
Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.77 vs £48.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Scalasaig Island Hopper suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 6178) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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