Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryScallywagNorth British
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48%48.4%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£56.25£75.19
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value66/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £75.

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £75.19)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£75.19 vs £56.25)

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 North?

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

Malt ExtractVanillaOilyHoneyNutty

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