Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£50
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Blair Athol |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 52.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £49.95)
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
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 Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2010 Single Cask (Master of Malt)