Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV59.8%48%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£62.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £63.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£62.95 vs £56.25)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £62.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bourbon?

Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 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 Bourbon Whiskey #2 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaHoneyToastedNuttyFresh Fruit

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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