Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory) vs The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)The Scalasaig Island Hopper
DistillerySignatoryThe Scalasaig
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.1%46.5%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£46.95£48.25
Rating5.00/5

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £48.

For beginners: The Scalasaig Island Hopper is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £48.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.25 vs £46.95)

Who should buy Speyside?

Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory) 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.

Who should buy The?

The Scalasaig Island Hopper suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Speyside (M) 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #27 (Signatory)

HoneyToastedChocolateOld Wood

Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SmokeyDried FruitOilyMedicinal

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