Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

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

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
DistilleryGlenturretScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%54%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£42.86£50.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner50/100
Value98/100

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £43 vs £51.

For beginners: Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£42.86 vs £50.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.95 vs £42.86)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Glenturret 8 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryOld Wood

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

Cooked FruitDried FruitToasted

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