Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old 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.
Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£289
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £289.25 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old
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 better value at £179 vs £289.
For beginners: Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£289.25 vs £179)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£179 vs £289.25)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Both taste of
Only Ardbeg Mor 10 Year Old
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020