The Scalasaig Island Hopper vs Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

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

The Scalasaig Island HopperSpeyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)
DistilleryThe ScalasaigSignatory
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.5%57.1%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£48.25£46.95
Rating5.00/5

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory) is better value at £47 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 £46.95)

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £48.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Speyside?

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SmokeyDried FruitOilyMedicinal

Only Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

HoneyToastedChocolateOld Wood

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