Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012
DistilleryScallywagBell's
RegionSpeysideOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£59.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £60.

For beginners: Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012 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 £59.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 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 Bell's?

Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Bell's The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Decanter - 2012

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedOld Wood

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