Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling)
DistilleryScallywagDalmore
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.25£59.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling)

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 £60.

For beginners: Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling) 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 £59.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 12 (Old Bottling)

HoneyCitricMalt ExtractToasted

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