Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryScallywagBenrinnes
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%47.5%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.25£56.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £57.

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £56.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.95 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 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) 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 Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Malt ExtractToastedFresh FruitHoneySmokey

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