Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 vs Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Paul John
★ 5.00
£148
| Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Paul John |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 57.2% |
| Age | 14 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £179 | £147.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £148 vs £179.
For beginners: Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £147.95)
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£147.95 vs £179)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −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 Paul?
Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Paul John 6 Year Old 2009 (cask 534) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)