Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020
Bordeaux Distilling
£43

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bordeaux Distilling | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 is better value at £43 vs £56.
For beginners: Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £56.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £42.95)
Who should buy Bordeaux?
Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020 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 Bordeaux Distilling Noble Rot Botrytis Old Tom Gin 2020
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023