Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
£68
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.2% | 48% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.18 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £68.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£68.18 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 £68.18)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Clynelish 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 4050) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023