Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Macduff
£55
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Macduff |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £55 vs £56.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £54.95)
Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −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 Macduff?
Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 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.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Macduff 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)