Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger 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.
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Clynelish
£166
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Scotch | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 52.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £165.95 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
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 rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £166 vs £179.
For beginners: Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +More affordable (£165.95 vs £179)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £165.95)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020