The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
The Scalasaig
★ 5.00
£48
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Loch Lomond
£60
| The Scalasaig Island Hopper | Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Scalasaig | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £48.25 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Scalasaig Island Hopper is better value at £48 vs £60.
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 affordable (£48.25 vs £59.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £48.25)
- −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 Croftengea?
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Only Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Scalasaig Island Hopper
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2005 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange