Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Teaninich
★ 4.78
£59
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 53% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £59.27 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.78/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.78).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £59.
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 affordable (£56.25 vs £59.27)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.27 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Teaninich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15437) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)