Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling)
Cragganmore
£41
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60.6% | 48% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £40.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling) is better value at £41 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£40.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — may need water
- −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 £40.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling) 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 Cragganmore 14 Year Old 1993 (Bladnoch Bottling)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023