Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead
DistilleryScallywagStrathclyde
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS28 yr
Price£56.25£73.63
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead

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 £74.

For beginners: Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead 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 £73.63)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.63 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 Strathclyde?

Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - 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

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Strathclyde 28 Year Old 1989 - WM Cadenhead

VanillaOilyOld WoodToastedMalt Extract

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