Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s 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.
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s
Jameson
£150
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £150 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s
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).
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s is better value at £150 vs £179.
For beginners: Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £179)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £150)
Who should buy Jameson?
Jameson 12 Year Old Distillery Reserve - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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
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