Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryScallywagStrathmill
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%50.3%
AgeNAS25 yr
Price£56.25£91.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £92.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £91.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£91.95 vs £56.25)

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 Strathmill?

Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Strathmill 25 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

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