23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian WhiskyScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Distillery23rd Street DistilleryScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky is better value at £50 vs £56.

For beginners: 23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£49.95 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £49.95)

Who should buy 23rd?

23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky Single Malt Australian Whisky

Fresh FruitVanillaHoneyToastedSandy

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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