Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne
DistilleryScallywagChartogne-Taillet
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£82.75
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

Smoke0/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

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 £83.

For beginners: Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £82.75)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£82.75 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 Chartogne?

Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Chartogne Taillet Chemin des Reims 2020 Champagne

Fresh FruitToastedCitric

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