Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Spey
★ 5.00
£51
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £50.77 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £51 vs £56.
For beginners: Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£50.77 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £50.77)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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 Spey 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 11336) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023