Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Bladnoch
★ 4.00
£45
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Bladnoch |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 52.9% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767) is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767) 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 Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)