Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Brackla
£55
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £54.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 £54.85)
Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£54.85 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Royal Brackla 13 Year Old 2009 (Cask 19897) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)