Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old
Timorous Beastie
★ 4.64
£84
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Timorous Beastie | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.99 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.64/5 | 5.00/5 |
Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.64).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £84.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.99 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £83.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023