Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 vs Aberfeldy 12 Year Old

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022Aberfeldy 12 Year Old
DistilleryScallywagAberfeldy
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV54%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£50.95£39.4
Rating5.00/54.32/5

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

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

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.32).

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old is better value at £39 vs £51.

For beginners: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.95 vs £39.4)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£39.4 vs £50.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Aberfeldy?

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitToasted

Only Aberfeldy 12 Year Old

HoneyFresh FruitSmokeyMalt Extract

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