Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead
Ballindalloch
£93
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Ballindalloch |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 62.7% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £92.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead
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 £93.
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 £92.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£92.5 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 Ballindalloch?
Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Ballindalloch 8 Year Old 2017 (cask 69) - Refill Virgin Oak Hogshead