Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryGlen MorayScallywag
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.3%48%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£54.95£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value91/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) is better value at £55 vs £56.

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

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £54.95)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) 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 Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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