Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Circumstance
★ 5.00
£45
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Circumstance |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 55.1% |
| Age | NAS | 3 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
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 Circumstance?
Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Circumstance 3 Year Old 2019 (Master of Malt)