Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky
Chugoku Jozo
★ 3.19
£50
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chugoku Jozo | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £50.12 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 3.19/5 | 5.00/5 |
Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.19).
Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky is better value at £50 vs £56.
For beginners: Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£50.12 vs £56.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £50.12)
Who should buy Togouchi?
Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky 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 Togouchi Premium Blended Japanese Whisky
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023