Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 vs Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£53
| Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.1% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £49 | £52.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered 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 £53.
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 £52.85)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.85 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Only Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 188 & 189) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange