Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve
Knockando
★ 4.75
£84
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knockando | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.78 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £84.
For beginners: Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.78 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £83.78)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Knockando?
Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve 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.
Who should buy Scallywag?
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 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 Knockando 21 Year Old 1994 Master Reserve
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023