Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryGlen OrdScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£44.24£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £56.

For beginners: Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.24 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 £44.24)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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 Glen Ord 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 318697 & 318698 & 318700) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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