Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
DistilleryGlen MorayGlen Scotia
RegionSpeysideCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.7%54.9%
Age38 yr8 yr
Price£102.45£69.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value71/100

Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £102.

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 Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (38 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£102.45 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 £102.45)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

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

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

Old WoodTobaccoCooked Mash

Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

ChocolateHoneyVanilla

Where to buy

Glen Moray 38 Year Old 1971 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

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