Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Ben Nevis
£60
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 62.1% | 48% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
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 £60.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) 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.
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 Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023