Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Ardmore
£88
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Ardmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.3% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £87.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter 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 £88.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £87.54)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£87.54 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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
Only Ardmore 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 14929) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)