Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17 vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17
Lochlea
£54
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17 | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lochlea | Scallywag |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Scotch | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 48% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £53.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17 is better value at £54 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£53.5 vs £56.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −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 £53.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lochlea?
Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17 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 Lochlea 5 Year Old 2019 - The Heart Cut #17
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023