Glengoyne 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glengoyne 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryGlengoyneScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV51.5%48%
Age20 yrNAS
Price£87.1£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Glengoyne 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glengoyne 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - 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).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £87.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£87.1 vs £56.25)
  • 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 affordable (£56.25 vs £87.1)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 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 20 Year Old (cask 11212) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

HoneyFresh FruitVanillaToastedMalt Extract

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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