Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryTobermoryScallywag
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV58.5%48%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£77.99£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£77.99 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 £77.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Ledaig 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 2380) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokeyToastedNew WoodLeatheryOld Wood

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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