Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 vs Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle
DistilleryScallywagHighland Malt
RegionSpeysideOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV53.1%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49£38.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle is better value at £39 vs £49.

For beginners: Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49 vs £38.5)

Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.5 vs £49)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Highland?

Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only Highland Malt Small Barrel Shaped Bottle

Malt ExtractToasted

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