Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryEvan WilliamsScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV43.3%48%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£56£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021) is better value at £56 vs £56.

For beginners: Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£56 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 £56)

Who should buy Evan?

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021) 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 Evan Williams Single Barrel 2013 (bottled 2021)

VanillaHoneyToastedOld WoodNutty

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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