Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon vs Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon
Bombay Sapphire
£40
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£50
| Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon | Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bombay Sapphire | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.1% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £39.95)
Who should buy Bombay?
Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon 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 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021 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
Both taste of
Only Bombay Sapphire Premier Cru Gin / Murcian Lemon
Only Glen Scotia 10 Year Old (Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2021