Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£120
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£120
| Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela | Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Lowland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 54.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £120 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 is better value at £120 vs £120.
For beginners: Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Where to buy
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange