Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland vs Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Mortlach
£242
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62% | 52.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £241.52 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is better value at £179 vs £242.
For beginners: Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£241.52 vs £179)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£179 vs £241.52)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland 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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 1994 (bottled 2017) (cask 17039) - Malts of Scotland
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