Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask vs Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive CaskGlen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022
DistilleryGlen ScotiaGlen Scotia
RegionCampbeltownCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.9%56.5%
Age8 yr8 yr
Price£69.95£54.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value71/100

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022

Smoke64/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner45/100
Value91/100

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022 is better value at £55 vs £70.

For beginners: Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £54.99)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.99 vs £69.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask 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.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022 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

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyVanilla

Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

ChocolateDried Fruit

Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022

SmokeyCooked Fruit

Where to buy

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old (Peated PX Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2022

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