Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Craigellachie
£36
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
| Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.1% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £35.95 | £49 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £36 vs £49.
For beginners: Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.95 vs £49)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49 vs £35.95)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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
Craigellachie 8 Year Old (cask 13368) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange