Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde)
DistilleryScallywagStrathclyde
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS16 yr
Price£56.25£87.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde)

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 £88.

For beginners: Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £87.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£87.95 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 Bananas?

Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Bananas & Cream 16 Year Old 2005 - Wemyss Malts (Strathclyde)

VanillaHoneyNuttyFresh FruitMalt Extract

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