Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition 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.
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Westland
£160
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Westland | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £159.99 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition is better value at £160 vs £179.
For beginners: Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Pros
- +More affordable (£159.99 vs £179)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £159.99)
Who should buy Westland?
Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition 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 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
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Only Westland Single Malt - Garryana 5th Edition
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020