Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Loch Lomond
£45
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 19 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.5 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.5)
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Inchmurrin 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 33) (Signatory)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023