North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater 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.
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£180
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 47 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
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 £180.
For beginners: North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 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
- +More affordable (£179 vs £179.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
Who should buy North?
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater 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 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 North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020