Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£50
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 58.2% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) is better value at £50 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 £49.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Secret Island 13 Year Old 2012 (North Star Spirits)