Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£48
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £47.74 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £48 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.74 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £47.74)
Who should buy Linkwood-Glenlivet?
Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead) 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 Linkwood-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2001 - Authentic Collection (WM Cadenhead)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023