Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges) vs Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges)
Glen Keith
£105
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£70
| Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges) | Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 54.9% |
| Age | 20 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £104.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is better value at £70 vs £105.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£104.95 vs £69.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £104.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges) 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 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask 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 Glen Keith 20 Year Old 1992 - Closed Distilleries (Part Des Anges)
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