Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
£85
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas 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 £85.
For beginners: Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £84.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.95 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Invergordon 19 Year Old 2002 (cask 15428) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)