Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Coa de Jima Silver

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Coa de Jima Silver
DistilleryScallywagCoa de Jima
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV48%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£40.5
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Coa de Jima Silver

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Coa de Jima Silver

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Coa de Jima Silver is better value at £41 vs £56.

For beginners: Coa de Jima Silver is more approachable (75/100 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 £40.5)

Coa de Jima Silver

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£40.5 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Coa?

Coa de Jima Silver is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Coa de Jima Silver

Fresh FruitCitricCooked VegetableHoney

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