Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) 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 Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£177
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Island | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 15 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £177.44 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Quick verdict
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £177 vs £179.
For beginners: Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£177.44 vs £179)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £177.44)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020