BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017 vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017
Benriach
★ 4.33
£60
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017 | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £60.
For beginners: BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £59.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 BenRiach 16 Year Old - Pre 2017
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023