Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
Glen Scotia
£100
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.5% | 50% |
| Age | 5 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £100.
For beginners: Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £99.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 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 Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
Only Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange