Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
DistilleryScallywagGlenlossie
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£56.25£40.75
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is better value at £41 vs £56.

For beginners: Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £40.75)

Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£40.75 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie) 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 Glenlossie 10 Year Old 2010 (casks 2930, 6389, & 10877) - Small Batch (James Eadie)

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyNew WoodMalt Extract

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