Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2 vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2
Glen Scotia
£92
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2 | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Mac-Talla |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.8% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £91.95 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2
Mac-Talla Strata
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £92.
For beginners: Mac-Talla Strata is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£91.95 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £91.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2 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 Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2
Only Mac-Talla Strata
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mac-Talla Strata
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange