Very Old Barton (50%) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Very Old Barton (50%)
Barton Distilling Company
£41
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Very Old Barton (50%) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Distilling Company | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £40.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Very Old Barton (50%)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Very Old Barton (50%)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Very Old Barton (50%) is better value at £41 vs £56.
For beginners: Very Old Barton (50%) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Very Old Barton (50%)
Pros
- +More affordable (£40.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £40.95)
Who should buy Very?
Very Old Barton (50%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Very Old Barton (50%)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023