Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs South Island 18 Year Old 1993
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
South Island 18 Year Old 1993
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£85
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | South Island 18 Year Old 1993 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | The New Zealand Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £84.8 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
South Island 18 Year Old 1993
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
South Island 18 Year Old 1993
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £85.
For beginners: South Island 18 Year Old 1993 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £84.8)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
South Island 18 Year Old 1993
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.8 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 South?
South Island 18 Year Old 1993 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only South Island 18 Year Old 1993