The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
The Glenlivet
★ 5.00
£48
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.6% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £47.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) is better value at £48 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £56.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £47.95)
Who should buy The?
The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) 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.
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 The Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023