Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Glen Elgin
£77
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 48% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £76.75 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
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 £77.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.75 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 £76.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray) 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 Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3205) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023