Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Fettercairn
£60
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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: Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 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 Fettercairn 20 Year Old 1997 (casks 5602 & 5606) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023