Kings County Peated Bourbon vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Kings County Peated BourbonScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryKings CountyScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV45%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£83.95£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Kings County Peated Bourbon

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value60/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Kings County Peated Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £84.

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

Kings County Peated Bourbon

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£83.95 vs £56.25)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £83.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kings?

Kings County Peated Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Kings County Peated Bourbon

SmokeyToastedNew Wood

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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