Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Aultmore
£62
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Aultmore |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 53.5% |
| Age | NAS | 28 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £62.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
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 £62.
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 £62.14)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.14 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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch) 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 Aultmore 28 Year Old 1982 (Bladnoch)