Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood
£45
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.1% | 48% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) 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 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 Linkwood 10 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023