Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single CaskScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryThe Glasgow Distillery Co.Scallywag
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV61.5%48%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£68.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £69.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (61.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.95 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 £68.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glasgow?

Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask 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 Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask

SmokeyNew WoodToastedMalt Extract

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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