Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) 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.
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Caol Ila
£139
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.4% | 52.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £139 | £179 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
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).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) is better value at £139 vs £179.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£139 vs £179)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £139)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Where to buy
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1979 (Special Release 2005)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange