Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Glen Scotia
★ 4.50
£150
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 | Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £150 | £92.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £150.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Pre 2015
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange