Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Brackla
£42
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 48% |
| Age | 4 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £42 vs £56.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£42 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — 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 £42)
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Royal Brackla 4 Year Old 2011 (cask 939399) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023