Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019) 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.

Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
DistilleryShinshuGlen Scotia
RegionCampbeltown
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56%52.8%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£210£179
Rating5.00/5

Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner35/100
Value28/100

Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is better value at £179 vs £210.

For beginners: Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£210 vs £179)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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)
  • +More affordable (£179 vs £210)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water

Who should buy Mars?

Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019) 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 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Mars Komagatake Tsunuki Aging (Bottled 2019)

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

SmokeyChocolateLeathery

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