Cragganmore 12 Year Old vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Cragganmore 12 Year Old | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.5 | £49 |
| Rating | 4.31/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 12 Year Old
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Cragganmore 12 Year Old
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.31).
Cragganmore 12 Year Old is better value at £45 vs £49.
For beginners: Cragganmore 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.5 vs £49)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49 vs £44.5)
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Scallywag?
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Cragganmore 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange