Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Benrinnes
£68
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Benrinnes |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £68.01 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
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 £68.
For beginners: Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman 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 £68.01)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.01 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman 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 Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Benrinnes 17 Year Old - The Maltman