Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Glen Elgin
★ 4.00
£43
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £43 vs £56.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £42.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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 Glen Elgin 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13789) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023