Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryScallywagMacduff
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%49.1%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£56.25£52.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value94/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £53 vs £56.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £52.95)

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£52.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Macduff?

Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Macduff 11 Year Old - Batch 4 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractHoneyFresh FruitToastedNutty

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