Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£84
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £84.24 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £84.
For beginners: Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.24 vs £56.25)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £84.24)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 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.
Tasting notes
Only Auchroisk 21 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023