Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Johnny Drum
£43
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnny Drum | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £42.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £43 vs £56.
For beginners: Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +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 Johnny?
Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 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 Johnny Drum Black Label Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023