Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Macduff
★ 5.00
£80
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Macduff | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.6% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £79.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £80.
For beginners: Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £56.25)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Macduff?
Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Macduff 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023