Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£72
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Mortlach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £72.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £72.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £72.3)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£72.3 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Mortlach 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15641) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)