Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Evan Williams
£46
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Evan Williams | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43.3% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £45.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) is better value at £46 vs £56.
For beginners: Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 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 £45.95)
Who should buy Evan?
Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Evan Williams Single Barrel 2016 (bottled 2024)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023