Adnams Triple Malt Whisky vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

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

Adnams Triple Malt WhiskyScallywag The Winter Edition 2021
DistilleryAdnamsScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV47%53.1%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£44.95£49
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky is better value at £45 vs £49.

For beginners: Adnams Triple Malt Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49 vs £44.95)

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky 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.

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 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

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Malt ExtractNew Wood

Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

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