William Larue Weller Special Reserve vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
William Larue Weller
★ 4.75
£44
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| William Larue Weller Special Reserve | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | William Larue Weller | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £43.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
William Larue Weller Special Reserve is better value at £44 vs £56.
For beginners: William Larue Weller Special Reserve is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
William Larue Weller Special Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£43.5 vs £56.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £43.5)
Who should buy William?
William Larue Weller Special Reserve 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 William Larue Weller Special Reserve
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023