Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)
DistilleryScallywagFiley Bay
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£65.75
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner55/100
Value76/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £66.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £65.75)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.75 vs £56.25)

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.

Who should buy Filey?

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

SmokeyCitricMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

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