Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Bladnoch
£49
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Scallywag |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 48% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £48.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) is better value at £49 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Pros
- +More affordable (£48.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −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 £48.95)
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338) 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 Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5338)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023