American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV45.8%48%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£59.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £60.

For beginners: American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 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 £59.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy American?

American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 American Bourbon 10 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaToastedNew WoodHoney

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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