Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky
Ardmore
£93
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £93.25 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky
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 £93.
For beginners: Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£93.25 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 £93.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Ardmore 2009 / 11 Year Old / Dumangin Batch 012 Highland Whisky
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023