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 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56

Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky
Various Distilleries
£59
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Various Distilleries |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £56.25 | £59.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky
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
Only Alness 12 Year Old Blended Malt (Dalmore and Teaninich) / Thompson Bros Blended Whisky