Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
£42
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £41.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £56.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £41.86)
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.86 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)