J.J. Corry The Hanson vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

J.J. Corry The HansonScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryJ.J. CorryScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£50£56.25
Rating4.33/55.00/5

J.J. Corry The Hanson

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value87/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

J.J. Corry The Hanson

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).

J.J. Corry The Hanson is better value at £50 vs £56.

For beginners: J.J. Corry The Hanson is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

J.J. Corry The Hanson

Pros

  • +More affordable (£50 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £50)

Who should buy J.J.?

J.J. Corry The Hanson suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain 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 J.J. Corry The Hanson

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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