Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56

Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Evan Williams
£46
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Evan Williams |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 43.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £56.25 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) is better value at £46 vs £56.
For beginners: Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £45.95)
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Evan?
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) 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
Only Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)