Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice
DistilleryScallywagThe Glenlivet
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%52.7%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£56.25£87.86
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £87.86)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£87.86 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 Glenlivet?

Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Glenlivet 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 22393) - Mackillop's Choice

VanillaHoneyOld WoodToasted

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