Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 vs Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£80
| Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.1% | 57.5% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £49 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £80.
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 £79.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange