Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£88
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Allt-á-Bhainne |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 51.5% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £88.26 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - 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 £88.
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 £88.26)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.26 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 Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Allt-á-Bhainne 22 Year Old 1993 (cask 10991) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)