Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Linkwood
£41
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £40.66 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) is better value at £41 vs £56.
For beginners: Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.66 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £40.66)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory) 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 Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 654+655) (Signatory)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023