Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985 vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985 | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Deveron | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985
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 £72.
For beginners: Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£72 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 £72)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Glen Deveron 5 Year Old 1985
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023