Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor)
Miltonduff
£81
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Miltonduff |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Scotch |
| ABV | 48% | 52.1% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £80.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor)
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 £81.
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 £80.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£80.95 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 Miltonduff?
Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor) 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 Miltonduff 13 Year Old 2011 (Casks 8342565 and 8342595) The Octave - Betfred British Masters 2024 (Duncan Taylor)