Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release) 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.
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release)
Thomas H. Handy
£140
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release) | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thomas H. Handy | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64.7% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £140 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release)
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).
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release) is better value at £140 vs £179.
For beginners: Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£140 vs £179)
Cons
- −High ABV (64.7%) — may need water
- −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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £140)
Who should buy Thomas?
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release) 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
Only Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye (2021 Release)
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020