Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky
DistilleryScallywagVarious Distilleries
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£59.25
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended 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 £59.

For beginners: Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky 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 £59.25)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.25 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 Alness?

Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended 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 Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky

SmokeyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

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