Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon
DistilleryScallywagSonoma County Distilling Co.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV48%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£49.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon is better value at £50 vs £56.

For beginners: Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £49.99)

Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£49.99 vs £56.25)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Sonoma?

Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Sonoma Distilling Co. Bourbon

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt ExtractNew Wood

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