The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) vs Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£47
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£50
| The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) | Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.7% | 56.1% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) is better value at £47 vs £50.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £49.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £46.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits) 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 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 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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Only The Campbeltown Connection 10 Year Old (North Star Spirits)
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