Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryMaster of MaltScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£89.95£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value56/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £90.

For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £56.25)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £89.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractNutty

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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