Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Deanston
£51
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 65.2% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £51.43 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) is better value at £51 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Pros
- +More affordable (£51.43 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (65.2%) — 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 £51.43)
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) 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 Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023