Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Oban | Scallywag |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.99 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label)
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 £84.
For beginners: Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.99 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 £83.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Oban?
Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Oban 14 Year Old (No Box / Torn Label)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023