Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Glen Scotia
★ 4.50
£150
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £150.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange