Reservoir Wheat vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Reservoir WheatScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryReservoir DistilleryScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeWheatBlended Malt
ABV50%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£89.9£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Reservoir Wheat

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value56/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Reservoir Wheat

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £90.

For beginners: Reservoir Wheat is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Reservoir Wheat

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.9 vs £56.25)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £89.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Reservoir?

Reservoir Wheat suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Wheat 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 Reservoir Wheat

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractNutty

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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