Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
Ardmore
£69
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £68.75 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
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 £69.
For beginners: Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.75 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 £68.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland 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 Ardmore 2009 / 9 Year Old / Artist Collective 3 / LMDW Highland Whisky
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023