The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
The Scalasaig
★ 5.00
£48
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
£42
| The Scalasaig Island Hopper | Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Scalasaig | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £48.25 | £41.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £48.
For beginners: The Scalasaig Island Hopper is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.25 vs £41.74)
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£41.74 vs £48.25)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy The?
The Scalasaig Island Hopper suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2014 (casks 10580 & 10581 & 10583 & 10587) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper
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