Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£72
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 48% |
| Age | 27 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.65 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £72.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.65 vs £56.25)
- −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 affordable (£56.25 vs £71.65)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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.
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 Glen Moray 27 Year Old 1983 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023