Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
New Riff
£65
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | New Riff |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 52.9% |
| Age | NAS | 4 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £65.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
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 £65.
For beginners: New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 £65.18)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.18 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 New?
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon (Master of Malt Exclusive)