Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Moray 12 Year Old SmokyScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryGlen MorayScallywag
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46.3%48%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£46.5£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky is better value at £47 vs £56.

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

Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£46.5 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £46.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glen Moray 12 Year Old Smoky

SmokeyVanillaFresh FruitToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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