Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument
Ardmore
£45
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Ardmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 61.2% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument is better value at £45 vs £56.
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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.2%) — may need water
- −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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument 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 Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument