Craigellachie 13 Year Old vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Craigellachie
★ 4.39
£54
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Craigellachie 13 Year Old | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £53.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.39/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.39).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old is better value at £54 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£53.95 vs £56.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £53.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 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 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 Craigellachie 13 Year Old
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023