Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryClynelishScallywag
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.1%48%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£54.95£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory) is better value at £55 vs £56.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • 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 £54.95)

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Clynelish 10 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #77 (Signatory)

OilyNew WoodToastedMalt ExtractHoney

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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