Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Arran
★ 5.00
£200
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Island | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.8% | 52.8% |
| Age | 27 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 better value at £179 vs £200.
For beginners: Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £179)
- −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
- +More affordable (£179 vs £199.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
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
Only Arran 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020