The English 2010 Heavily Smoked vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The English 2010 Heavily Smoked
The English Distillery
★ 4.00
£58
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| The English 2010 Heavily Smoked | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The English Distillery | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £57.75 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The English 2010 Heavily Smoked
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
The English 2010 Heavily Smoked
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £58.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
The English 2010 Heavily Smoked
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.75 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £57.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The English 2010 Heavily Smoked suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 The English 2010 Heavily Smoked
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023