Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Henstone Distillery
£55
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Henstone Distillery | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £54.99 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is better value at £55 vs £56.
For beginners: Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£54.99 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 £54.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Henstone?
Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Henstone Distillery Ex-Peated Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023