Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
£60
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £60.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £56.25)
- −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 affordable (£56.25 vs £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Croftengea?
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Croftengea 11 Year Old 2007 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023