Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky 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.
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£135
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £135 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
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).
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £135 vs £179.
For beginners: Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£135 vs £179)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £135)
Who should buy Ballantine's?
Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Ballantine's 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020