Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection 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.
Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection
The Deveron
★ 5.00
£250
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
| Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection | Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Deveron | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection
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 better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 14 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £179)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£179 vs £249.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Glen Deveron 30 Year Old - Royal Burgh Collection
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020