Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£89
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60.5% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £88.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £89.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 vs £56.25)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £88.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023