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Glen Scotia 12 Year (Discontinued)
Glen Scotia

Glen Scotia 12 Year (Discontinued)

3.30 Mixed reviews

37 reviews37 ratings

89 critic score

Whiskey Scotch Campbeltown 12 Year

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About this bottle

Established in 1832, Glen Scotia is among the few distilleries still operating in Scotland's Campbeltown region. The operation is quite small, managed by only three staff members who focus on traditional methods. This malt represents their primary release. Please note: This version has been discontinued and a new bottling is expected in 2025.

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Rich 75
Sweet 70
Salty 15
Smoky 15
Floral 10
Fruity 10
Vanilla 10

Reviews

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Rodney Cintron 4.5

This is a tasty spirit, obtained based on a suggestion from a certain website. The recommender found its flavor profile so unusual that he'd not experienced anything like it in 15 years. I'm uncertain of the reason, as it displays standard, pleasing whisky characteristics. It offers a smooth sweetness and pleasant aroma on the nose, with abundant scents of confectionery, desserts, and dried fruit, and it goes down very smoothly. It's sweet and aromatic; crème brûlée comes to mind as a dessert flavor, and it's enjoyable. Its flavor range might be considered somewhat less complex, but it's quite charming and effortless to consume. It's quality stuff, not exhibiting much of the Campbeltown character found in Kilkerran. I plan to continue sampling it to observe its evolution.

Kaye Heath 4.0

A perfect blend of salt, malt, and sweetness, resembling a pretzel dipped in toffee. While not overly intricate, the harmony between the malt and the sea is delightful.

Griffin Doan 4.0

The color is like maize corn. Smooth and sweet, with hints of honey and ripe fruit. An everyday drinker.

Rebekah Kolb 4.0

Sweet caramel notes mingle with salty sea spray. A personal favorite.

Casey Valdivia 3.0

The aroma is sweet and tastes of caramel. The flavor is somewhat bitter, but mild.

Mariana Heim 4.0

Heavy on the peat, but with sweetness present

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