Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021 vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021
Wardington's
£85

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021 | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wardington's | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £84.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
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 £85.
For beginners: Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.95 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 £84.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Wardington's?
Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Wardington's Ludlow Single Malt English Whisky - Distiller’s Cut 2021
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023