Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

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

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - AdelaGlen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
DistilleryBladnochGlen Scotia
RegionLowlandCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.7%54.1%
Age15 yr12 yr
Price£120£120
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner70/100
Value42/100

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner50/100
Value42/100

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 is better value at £120 vs £120.

For beginners: Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (54.1%) — may need water

Who should buy Bladnoch?

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela 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 Glen?

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 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

Sherried

Only Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

HoneyDried FruitVanillaOld Wood

Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

SmokeyChocolateTobaccoOily

Where to buy

Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1

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