Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryHighland ParkScallywag
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£46.02£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness85/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is better value at £46 vs £56.

For beginners: Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£46.02 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £46.02)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) 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 Scallywag?

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Highland Park 13 Year Old 1995 - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

SmokeyHoneyOld Wood

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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