Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Scallywag Three Peaks Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£36
Scallywag Three Peaks Edition
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£50
| Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | Scallywag Three Peaks Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £35.86 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Scallywag Three Peaks Edition
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Scallywag Three Peaks Edition
Quick verdict
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £36 vs £50.
For beginners: Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.86 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Scallywag Three Peaks Edition
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £35.86)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Scallywag?
Scallywag Three Peaks Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Balblair 10 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag Three Peaks Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange