Blanton's Original Single Barrel vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Blanton's
★ 3.80
£80
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Blanton's Original Single Barrel | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blanton's | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.5% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £79.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 3.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.80).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £80.
For beginners: Blanton's Original Single Barrel is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £79.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blanton's?
Blanton's Original Single Barrel suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Blanton's Original Single Barrel
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023