Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Glenburgie
★ 5.00
£64
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £63.67 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £64.
For beginners: Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£63.67 vs £56.25)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £63.67)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) 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 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 Glenburgie 13 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023