Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 vs Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Port Ellen
£164
| Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 | Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Port Ellen |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.8% | 59% |
| Age | 14 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £179 | £163.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £164 vs £179.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£179 vs £163.95)
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£163.95 vs £179)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 Cask 517 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020
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