Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 vs Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryGlen ScotiaKanosuke
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV52.8%40%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£179£150
Rating5.00/5

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner35/100
Value28/100

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky is better value at £150 vs £179.

For beginners: Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

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 £150)

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £179)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

SmokeyChocolateToastedLeathery

Only Kanosuke Single Malt 2022 Limited Edition Japanese Single Malt Whisky

Fresh FruitFragantHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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