Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried
DistilleryScallywagBenromach
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£56.25£53.96
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried is better value at £54 vs £56.

For beginners: Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried is more approachable (65/100 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 £53.96)

Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried

Pros

  • +More affordable (£53.96 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Benromach?

Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Benromach 10 Year Old 2012 - Virgin Oak Kiln Dried

New WoodVanillaToastedFresh FruitHoney

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