Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryInvergordonScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV56.5%48%
Age28 yrNAS
Price£85.08£56.25
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner35/100
Value47/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £85.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£85.08 vs £56.25)
  • 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 affordable (£56.25 vs £85.08)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Invergordon 28 Year Old 1987 (cask 11004) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodNuttyToastedMalt Extract

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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