Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch)
Cambus
★ 4.00
£55
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Scallywag |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.6% | 48% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £55.45 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch) is better value at £55 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +More affordable (£55.45 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £55.45)
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch) 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 Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18990) (Bladnoch)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023