Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter
DistilleryScallywagEdradour
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%57.1%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.25£89.95
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter

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 £90.

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 affordable (£56.25 vs £89.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 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 Edradour?

Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Edradour 12 Year Old 2006 (cask 414) - Ibisco Decanter

VanillaHoneyToastedCitricOily

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