Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
★ 5.00
£81
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 50.9% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £80.93 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £81.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £80.93)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£80.93 vs £56.25)
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 North?
North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 North British 21 Year Old (cask 10797) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)