Loch Lomond 18 Year Old vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Loch Lomond 18 Year OldScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryLoch LomondScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£89.95£56.25
Rating4.73/55.00/5

Loch Lomond 18 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner55/100
Value53/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Loch Lomond 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.73).

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

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £56.25)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £89.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 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 Loch Lomond 18 Year Old

HoneyFresh FruitOld WoodVegetativeSmokey

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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