Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryClynelishScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age20 yrNAS
Price£52.85£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £56.

For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£52.85 vs £56.25)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £52.85)

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Clynelish 20 Year Old 1996 (casks 11378) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

HoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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