Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 vs Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£179
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£149
| Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Invergordon |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 52.8% | 48.9% |
| Age | 14 yr | 43 yr |
| Price | £179 | £148.68 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is better value at £149 vs £179.
For beginners: Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £148.68)
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£148.68 vs £179)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company) 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
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Only Invergordon 43 Year Old 1972 - Pearls of Scotland (Gordon & Company)