Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 vs Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

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

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021Adnams Triple Malt Whisky
DistilleryScallywagAdnams
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV53.1%47%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£49£44.95
Rating5.00/54.67/5

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky is better value at £45 vs £49.

For beginners: Adnams Triple Malt Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49 vs £44.95)

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams Triple Malt 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Malt ExtractNew Wood

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