Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tullibardine
★ 4.00
£47
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 65.9% | 48% |
| Age | 4 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £47 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (65.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £46.95)
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Tullibardine 4 Year Old 2018 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023