Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Millstone Whisky
£83
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Millstone Whisky | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | The Netherlands | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.1% | 48% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £83.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £56.25)
- −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 affordable (£56.25 vs £82.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Millstone?
Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Millstone 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023