Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited 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.
Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Hakushu
£175
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £175 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited 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).
Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £175 vs £179.
For beginners: Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£175 vs £179)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £175)
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited 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
Both taste of
Only Hakushu 12 Year Old - 100th Anniversary Limited Edition
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020