FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryFEW SpiritsScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV63.6%48%
Age6 yrNAS
Price£92.95£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness33/100
Beginner35/100
Value54/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £93.

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

FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (63.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£92.95 vs £56.25)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £92.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy FEW?

FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 FEW 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitToastedNuttyYeasty

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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