Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
DistilleryScallywagGlen Elgin
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%53.4%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£56.25£59.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value83/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £60.

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 £59.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£59.95 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 Glen?

Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted 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

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted

HoneyMalt ExtractFresh FruitVanillaToasted

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