Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Craigellachie
£43
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
| Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.1% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £43.01 | £49 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is better value at £43 vs £49.
For beginners: Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£43.01 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 £43.01)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2004 (bottled 2014) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021