Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask vs The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams)

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 CaskThe Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams)
DistilleryGlen ScotiaGreatDrams
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.9%48.2%
Age8 yr12 yr
Price£69.95£50.77
Rating5.00/5

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

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

The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams) is better value at £51 vs £70.

For beginners: The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £50.77)

The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£50.77 vs £69.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 The?

The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

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

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only The Lockdown Lock-In Dram 12 Year Old Blended Malt - Blended Cask Series (GreatDrams)

Fresh Fruit

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