Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benriach
★ 4.00
£90
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 64.2% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £90.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £89.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (64.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Benriach?
Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (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 Benriach 7 Year Old 2011 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)