Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryFiley BayScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£65.75£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner55/100
Value76/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £66.

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

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£65.75 vs £56.25)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £65.75)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Filey?

Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3) 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 Filey Bay Peated Finish (Batch 3)

SmokeyCitricMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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