Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks
Chivas Regal
£43
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £43.35 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks is better value at £43 vs £56.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£43.35 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £43.35)
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks 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 Chivas Regal 13 Year Old Extra - American Rye Casks
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023