Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Glen Scotia 12 Year Old
DistilleryScallywagGlen Scotia
RegionSpeysideCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.25£44.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old is better value at £45 vs £56.

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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)

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 Glen?

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old

SmokeyMalt ExtractLeatheryKipperyToasted

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