Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£55
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 48% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.94 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £55 vs £56.
For beginners: Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£54.94 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 £54.94)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 Linkwood 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023