Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryArdmoreScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.4%48%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£54.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing) is better value at £55 vs £56.

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

Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.4%) — 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 £54.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing) 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 'The Green Lady' 10 Year Old (cask 13308) - Clan Denny Chronicles (Douglas Laing)

SmokeyMedicinalToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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