Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac
Anthema
£51

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Anthema | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £51.25 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac is better value at £51 vs £56.
For beginners: Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£51.25 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £51.25)
Who should buy Anthema?
Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Anthema de Gueules VSOP Bas Armagnac
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023