Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Blair Athol
£92
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Blair Athol |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £91.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - 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 £92.
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 £91.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£91.5 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas 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 Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 17762) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)