Adnams Triple Malt Whisky vs Scallywag 10 Year Old

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

Adnams Triple Malt WhiskyScallywag 10 Year Old
DistilleryAdnamsScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV47%46%
Age10 yr10 yr
Price£44.95£44.25
Rating4.67/55.00/5

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Scallywag 10 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Scallywag 10 Year Old is better value at £44 vs £45.

For beginners: Adnams Triple Malt Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 vs £44.25)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Scallywag 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£44.25 vs £44.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Adnams?

Adnams Triple Malt Whisky 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 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Adnams Triple Malt Whisky

Malt ExtractVanillaNew Wood

Only Scallywag 10 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitNuttyToasted

Explore more