Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56

Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Keith
£82
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Glen Keith |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £82.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £82.
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 £82.43)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.43 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 Glen?
Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Glen Keith 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 10281) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)