North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryNorth BritishScallywag
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV48.4%48%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£75.19£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value66/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £75.

For beginners: North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£75.19 vs £56.25)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £75.19)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy North?

North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 North British 18 Year Old 2003 - Old Particular The Midnight Series (Douglas Laing)

Malt ExtractVanillaOilyHoneyNutty

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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