Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Smögen
★ 5.00
£88
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Smögen |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 61.1% |
| Age | NAS | 4 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £88.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £88.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £88.05)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.05 vs £56.25)
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 Smögen?
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter 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 Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter