Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
DistilleryScallywagArdmore
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£79.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

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 £80.

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 affordable (£56.25 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.95 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 Ardmore?

Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Ardmore 2009 / 16 Year Old / The Zodiac: Gemini / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky

SmokeyCitricFresh FruitToasted

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