Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Charlie Parry's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48% | 59.6% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £56.25 | £50.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is better value at £51 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 £50.76)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£50.76 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — 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 Charlie?
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon 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 Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon