Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
DistilleryScallywagChorlton Whisky
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%62.9%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.25£64.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value62/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £65.

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 £64.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (62.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £56.25)
  • 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 Orkney?

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) 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 Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedOld Wood

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