Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper MonumentScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryArdmoreScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV61.2%48%
Age7 yrNAS
Price£44.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument

Smoke64/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument is better value at £45 vs £56.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (61.2%) — may need water
  • 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 £44.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument 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.

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 Ardmore 7 Year Old 2010 (cask 803521) - Copper Monument

SmokeyToastedMalt ExtractCooked Mash

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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