Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Balblair
★ 4.00
£45
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.7% | 48% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Balblair 9 Year Old 2009 (Master of Malt)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023