Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£78
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Other Scotch | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022 is better value at £78 vs £100.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £78)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£78 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022 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 Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022