The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane 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.
The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane
The Dublin Liberties
★ 5.00
£130
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Dublin Liberties | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £130.42 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Quick verdict
The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane is better value at £130 vs £179.
For beginners: The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£130.42 vs £179)
Cons
- −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
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £130.42)
Who should buy The?
The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane 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 The Dublin Liberties 13 Year Old Murder Lane
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020