Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask 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.
Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask
Arran
£199
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Island | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 52.8% |
| Age | 16 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £199 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask
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).
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is better value at £179 vs £199.
For beginners: Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £179)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£179 vs £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
Who should buy Arran?
Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask 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 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
Only Arran Premium Single Cask 1998 (cask 815) - Sherry Cask
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020