North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
North British
£50
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Scallywag |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.2% | 48% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.68 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) is better value at £50 vs £56.
For beginners: North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.68 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 £49.68)
Who should buy North?
North British 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky) 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 25 Year Old 1991 - His Excellency (Bartels Whisky)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023