Big Peat 10 Year Old vs Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£62
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Glen Scotia
£65
| Big Peat 10 Year Old | Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.2% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £61.85 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Quick verdict
Big Peat 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat 10 Year Old is better value at £62 vs £65.
For beginners: Big Peat 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.85 vs £64.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £61.85)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat 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 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024 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 Big Peat 10 Year Old
Only Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Where to buy
Big Peat 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 9 Year Old (Unpeated Fino Sherry Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2024
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange