Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s vs Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990sCanadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGlen ScotiaThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandCanada
TypeSingle MaltCorn
ABV40%45.8%
Age12 yr8 yr
Price£27.72£36.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s

Smoke67/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £28 vs £37.

For beginners: Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£27.72 vs £36.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£36.95 vs £27.72)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Who should buy Canadian?

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.

Tasting notes

Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s

SmokeyOilyKipperyMedicinalMalt Extract

Only Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaHoneyNew WoodFresh FruitCooked Mash

Where to buy

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s

Canadian Corn Whisky 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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