Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryScallywagTullibardine
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%47.3%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£56.25£81.04
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value49/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £81.

For beginners: Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £81.04)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£81.04 vs £56.25)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

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 Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Tullibardine 22 Year Old 1993 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

HoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

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