Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 4.00
£54
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £53.73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £54 vs £56.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 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 £53.73)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£53.73 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)