Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
£40
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £49 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £49.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49)
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 £39.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806360 & 806361) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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
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