Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 vs Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Loch Lomond
£60
| Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.1% | 58.4% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £49 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is better value at £49 vs £60.
For beginners: Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49 vs £59.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £49)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Scallywag?
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Only Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange