Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The 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

Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Macduff
£80
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Macduff |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter 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 £80.
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 £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 Macduff?
Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The 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 Macduff 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 14414) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)