Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve vs Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 4.33
£51
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£70
| Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve | Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.9% |
| Age | 14 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £50.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve is better value at £51 vs £70.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£50.95 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £50.95)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve 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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfiddich 14 Year Old - Bourbon Barrel Reserve
Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask