Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryGlengoyneScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.4%48%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£41.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £42 vs £56.

For beginners: Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £56.25)

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 £41.95)

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (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 Glengoyne 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13954) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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