Illuminate 12 Year Old vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Illuminate 12 Year Old | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Illuminate | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Illuminate 12 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Illuminate 12 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Illuminate 12 Year Old is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Illuminate 12 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Illuminate 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £44.95)
Who should buy Illuminate?
Illuminate 12 Year Old 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
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