Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022
DistilleryScallywagBig Peat
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV48%54.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£49.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 is better value at £50 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 £49.9)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£49.9 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — 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 Big?

Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked Fruit

Only Big Peat Beach BBQ Edition – Fèis Ìle 2022

SmokeyToastedOilyMedicinal

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