Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Bushmills
★ 4.67
£50
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection is better value at £50 vs £56.
For beginners: Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £56.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Bushmills Bourbon Cask Reserve - Steamship Collection
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023