Scotch Aficionado vs Dram Note
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scotch Aficionado
Explore the rich history and nuanced flavors of Scotch whisky. This app guides you to discover tasting notes and appreciate the craftsmanship behind each dram. Embark on a sensory journey to savor every sip.
- Discover Scotch whisky flavors
- Learn about Single Malt and Single Cask
- Explore tasting notes
- Understand whisky history and craftsmanship
- Guided sensory journey
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How much do you know about the wonderful dram you have in your hands? Join us as we expand our palates to discover flavors you never noticed before. Each sip of Single Malt (and its underrated cousin, Single Cask) Scotch Whisky contains rich history, expert craftsmanship, and years of loving care. It is uniquely qualified to be the toast for any special occasion. With Scotch Aficionado as your trusted guide, take a journey through the magical Scottish lands. Instead of reading notes written by others, let your tongue tell you the nuances it can notice. We look forward to joining you in this wonderful adventure! Your usage of Scotch Aficionado is governed by the Terms of Service defined at https://scotchaficionado.net/tos . The privacy policy can be found at https://scotchaficionado.net/privacy .
Dram Note
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Your personal whisky tasting journal. Record every dram with detailed notes on nose, palate, and finish. Features: - Log whisky details: type, distillery, region, age, ABV, cask type, peat level - Choose from 9 whisky colors and 8 whisky types - Tag aromas (26 options in 5 categories), palate (12 tags), and finish (12 tags) - Rate each whisky on a 5-star scale - Search and filter by whisky type - View tasting statistics - Export your collection as CSV Built for whisky enthusiasts who want a simple, private way to remember every bottle. No account required. No cloud sync. Your data stays on your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Dram Note at every 3 days against Scotch Aficionado's every 8 days. Dram Note also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Scotch Aficionado sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per 3 months and Dram Note sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Scotch Aficionado ships an update every 8 days, Dram Note every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scotch Aficionado | Dram Note |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Loud Noise | 守信 尚 |
In-app purchases
Scotch Aficionado
- Quarterly Shelf+3 Months trial$49.993 Months
- Annual Shelf+1 Year trial$119.991 Year
Dram Note
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large Tip$9.99
Questions
Is Scotch Aficionado free?
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Which is updated more often, Scotch Aficionado or Dram Note?
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