Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the SamuraiScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryFujimiScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£42.5£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai is better value at £43 vs £56.

For beginners: Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£42.5 vs £56.25)

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 £42.5)

Who should buy Fujimi?

Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Fujimi The 7 Virtues of the Samurai

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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