Scallywag 13 Year Old vs Highland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy

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

Scallywag 13 Year OldHighland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy
DistilleryScallywagHighland Park
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age13 yr12 yr
Price£73.63£120
Rating4.77/5

Scallywag 13 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value65/100

Highland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Scallywag 13 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag 13 Year Old is rated higher (4.77 vs 0.00).

Scallywag 13 Year Old is better value at £74 vs £120.

For beginners: Scallywag 13 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Scallywag 13 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
  • +More affordable (£73.63 vs £120)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £73.63)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag 13 Year Old 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 Highland?

Highland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag 13 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNuttyChocolate

Only Highland Park 12 Year Old - Brodgar's Legacy

SmokeyHoneyToastedVanilla

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