Connemara 12 Year Old Peated vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Connemara
★ 4.45
£61
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Connemara 12 Year Old Peated | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Connemara | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £60.9 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.45/5 | 5.00/5 |
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.45).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £61.
For beginners: Connemara 12 Year Old Peated is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.9 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £60.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Connemara?
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023