Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Loch Lomond
£78
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 48% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £77.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £78.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.5 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 £77.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchfad?
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023