Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Strathclyde
★ 5.00
£72
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Strathclyde |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £71.56 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £72.
For beginners: Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £71.56)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.56 vs £56.25)
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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Strathclyde 24 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)