Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryScallywagMaster of Malt
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%40%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£56.25£89.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value56/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £90.

For beginners: Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £89.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £56.25)

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 Blended?

Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) 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 Blended Scotch Whisky 32 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaMalt ExtractNutty

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