Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Mackmyra
★ 4.75
£56
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackmyra | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.1% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £55.8 | £56.25 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek is better value at £56 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£55.8 vs £56.25)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 £55.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Mackmyra?
Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Mackmyra Svensk Rök / Amerikansk Ek
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023