Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban
Glenmorangie
★ 3.73
£42
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£51
| Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42 | £50.95 |
| Rating | 3.73/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.73).
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban is better value at £42 vs £51.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban
Pros
- +More affordable (£42 vs £50.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.95 vs £42)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Scallywag?
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Glenmorangie 14 Year Old The Quinta Ruban
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2022
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange