Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£67
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.99 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £67.
For beginners: Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.99 vs £56.25)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £66.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - 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 Benrinnes 17 Year Old 1996 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023