Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024 vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Glen Scotia
£65
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024 | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 48% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £64.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £65.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange