Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 vs Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

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

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s
DistilleryGlen ScotiaLoch Lomond
RegionCampbeltownHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.7%46%
Age11 yr15 yr
Price£120£99.95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value38/100

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value50/100

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is better value at £100 vs £120.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£120 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £120)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

SmokeyCitricMedicinalOily

Only Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

Where to buy

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

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