Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Strathclyde
£89
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Strathclyde |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 53.1% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £88.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £89.
For beginners: Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £88.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 vs £56.25)
- −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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (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.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Strathclyde 30 Year Old 1980 Cask 1500 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)