Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) vs Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

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

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
DistilleryJack Daniel'sGlen Scotia
RegionCampbeltown
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeTennesseeSingle Malt
ABV43%54.7%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£99.99£120
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value50/100

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value38/100

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is better value at £100 vs £120.

For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£120 vs £99.99)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 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

Oily

Only Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoney

Only Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

SmokeyFresh FruitCitricMedicinal

Where to buy

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

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