The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old vs Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old
Kurayoshi
£104
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£70
| The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old | Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kurayoshi | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £103.9 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is better value at £70 vs £104.
For beginners: The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.9 vs £69.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £103.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Kurayoshi 8 Year Old 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 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask 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
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