Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger
Auchroisk
£53
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.5% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £53.33 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £53 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +More affordable (£53.33 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −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 £53.33)
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger 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 Auchroisk 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800733) - The Artful Dodger
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023