BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak
Benriach
★ 4.00
£83
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.11 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £83.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.11 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £83.11)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak 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 BenRiach 19 Year Old 1994 (cask 4386) - Virgin American Oak
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023